Global Pastry Portfolio Lead

Van de Groep & Olsthoorn | Executive Search & Interim Management; Zierikzee; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Attractive primary and secondary employment benefits

Job summary

Zeelandia is seeking a Global Category Manager for its pastry category based in Zierikzee, Netherlands. This strategic role involves defining clear choices for product groups and managing a team of Global Product Leads. Candidates should have approximately 10-15 years of B2B marketing and category management experience, preferably in food ingredients.

The position offers autonomy and the chance to contribute to a significant transformation while working closely with the Global Management Team and local markets.

Zeelandia provides attractive employment benefits and a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Approximately 10-15 years of experience in category management, product management, or strategic marketing.
• Experience in international matrix environments is essential.
• Ability to generate data-driven market insights.

Responsibilities

• Define clear strategic choices for pastry product groups.
• Lead central portfolio management and ensure alignment across countries.
• Manage and develop 3 Global Product Leads and strengthen NPD governance.

Skills

B2B marketing

Category management

Strategic marketing

Product management

Data-driven insights

Strong influencing skills

Communication skills

Diplomatic mindset

Education

10-15 years of experience in category management or strategic marketing

Preferred background in food ingredients or bakery

Job description

Zeelandia is seeking a Global Category Manager for its pastry category based in Zierikzee, Netherlands. This strategic role involves defining clear choices for product groups and managing a team of Global Product Leads. Candidates should have approximately 10-15 years of B2B marketing and category management experience, preferably in food ingredients.

The position offers autonomy and the chance to contribute to a significant transformation while working closely with the Global Management Team and local markets.

Zeelandia provides attractive employment benefits and a hybrid work arrangement.