Category Development Analyst (m/f/d)

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Job Description

We have a great opportunity available for a Category Development Analyst (f/m/d) to make a difference at Kraft Heinz in Düsseldorf - Germany. You will join a high-performing team and report to the Category Development Lead, serving as the key interface between Marketing, Sales, Field Sales, and retail customers.

As a Category Development Analyst at Kraft Heinz, you will drive business growth through data-driven insights, develop and execute category strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business outcomes. You will also provide actionable shopper insights to inform decision-making and identify growth opportunities.

Your Responsibilities

1. Annual and Long-Term Planning
   • Develop and manage annual operating plans (AOPs) for your assigned categories, balancing current performance goals with future growth potential and collaborating with various stakeholders across the organization
   • Create and update 3- to 10-year strategic plans for our categories, outlining growth opportunities and aligning with market trends and Kraft Heinz's overall objectives
2. Performance Review
   • Own and develop Monthly Performance Reports (MPRs) for your categories, providing clear insights on performance, opportunities, and risks
   • Analyze and connect with key performance indicators (KPIs) such as distribution, sales, and other metrics to measure category success.
3. Forecasting and Strategic Planning
   • Deliver accurate long-term forecasts, taking into account changes in market dynamics, consumer behavior, and the competitive landscape
   • Lead the development of a clear vision for your categories, setting a path for growth that aligns with both customer and Kraft Heinz objectives

Your Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Management or Economics
• 1+ year of experience in Category Management or Commercial functions ideally within the FMCG sector
• Customer-facing experience, preferably in the retail sector
• Very good analytical skills, as well as strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Fluent in English, German is a nice to have

Professional Attributes

• Analytical: You are a data-driven thinker capable of translating complex data into simple solutions.
• Commercial acumen: You constantly seek ways to grow the business and exceed goals.
• Results-oriented: You focus on your results and act in the company's best interests.
• Communication skills: You can effectively communicate with a wide variety of partners.
• Ability to simplify: You turn complex challenges into simple, actionable solutions.

What We Offer

• A fast-track career path
• A competitive salary and above-market bonus structure
• Flexible working hours in a hybrid model
• Attractive social and employee benefits (e.g., pension scheme, capital-forming benefits, corporate perks)

Our Hiring Process

After reviewing your application, you will be invited for an initial phone call with our Talent Acquisition Team. If successful, the subsequent steps include:

1. Online test
2. Interviews with the Category Development Lead and HR Business Partner, and with the Commercial Lead and Head of HR
3. Business case presentation
4. If all steps are positive, you will join Kraft Heinz!

Location: Düsseldorf

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups and individuals with disabilities.