Category Management
FMCG
About Our Client
The client is a global food company operating in the dairy and snacking sector, with a strong focus on branded, value-added products. The organisation has a long industrial heritage and a significant international footprint, with operations across Europe, the Americas, Africa and Asia.
It is particularly recognised for developing iconic consumer brands with a strong emotional connection to families, while continuously adapting its portfolio to evolving consumer expectations around health, nutrition and sustainability.
The company places innovation at the heart of its strategy, investing in research and development to create convenient, nutritious and responsible food solutions. Sustainability and positive impact are key pillars, with ambitious commitments related to responsible sourcing, environmental footprint and social engagement.
With a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, the organisation encourages agility, empowerment and cross-functional teamwork, offering international career opportunities within a dynamic and purpose-driven environment.
Job Description
The Category Manager, reporting to the Head of, will be in charge of the following responsibilities:
Main responsibilities:
Monitor and interpret long-term market dynamics, including changes in consumer behaviour, shopper expectations and retail environments
Shape a strategic category perspective within the cheese and snacking universe, covering business contribution, volume performance, brand positioning and shelf role
Design and deploy category plans and activation tools at point-of-sale level
Define and prioritise category initiatives aligned with overall business and brand ambitions
Business development & cross-functional coordination:
Build and manage recurring performance reviews through tailored dashboards for key retail partners
Assess monthly performance drivers across categories and brands, identifying growth opportunities and risks
Provide clear, actionable category insights to internal teams and retail partners to support decision-making
Prepare and lead customer-specific strategic reviews and mid-term development plans
Manage assortment performance by tracking listing changes, evaluating innovation results, benchmarking segments and brands, and supporting customer sell-in materials
Analyse merchandising effectiveness at brand and market level, contributing to internal alignment with merchandising stakeholders
Act as a key interface between teams: deliver data-driven selling arguments and recommendations and translate brand strategies into customer-relevant narratives
Support key account discussions by contributing market expertise and category insights
Drive in-store execution and retail excellence initiatives to enhance visibility and performance
Contribute to revenue growth management by optimising brand propositions through analytical insights and acting as a local relay for global guidelines
The Successful Applicant
Master Degree in business, marketing or a related field
2-3 years of experience in sales development, category management and/or data analysis, in FMCG
Strong analytical skills and good command of business and market data tools
Experience working in complex, international environments with solid FMCG market understanding
Customer partnership and stakeholder management
Financial and performance mindset
Proactive, structured, communicative and results-oriented approach
Fluent in French, Dutch and English
What's on Offer
Competitive compensation package including fixed salary and performance-related bonus (Yearly gross between 45-60K)
Long-term incentive and benefits package (health coverage, pension, mobility perks, etc.)
International and cross-functional career development opportunities
Ongoing learning, leadership development and upskilling programs
Flexible working arrangements supporting work-life balance
Exposure to a dynamic, fast-paced and purpose-driven environment
High level of autonomy, ownership and impact on business decisions
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