Job Description: Category Manager at BIC
Join BIC, a company with over 75 years of creating simple and joyful products that are part of every home. As a Category Manager, you will play a key role in reimagining everyday essentials in sustainable and responsible ways, contributing to a beloved brand.
Our work environment encourages self-starters, problem solvers, and innovative thinkers to thrive. We empower team members to take ownership of their careers and bring unique perspectives to make a meaningful impact.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package supporting wellbeing and professional growth, including:
* Competitive compensation and recognition
* Hybrid work environment and flexible schedules
* Retirement and savings plans
* Wellbeing and mental health support
* Parental leave
* Health insurance and physical wellbeing initiatives
* Volunteer opportunities
Responsibilities:
* Define trade marketing plans for each channel and product category to achieve market share and sales objectives, collaborating with the Sales team from planning to execution.
* Develop operational marketing plans to enhance product visibility and sales at points of sale, ensuring profitability and effectiveness.
* Manage BIC displays and promotional activities, negotiating with suppliers for optimal purchasing and selling conditions.
* Support sales teams in understanding and promoting trade marketing strategies effectively.
* Manage budgets for trade marketing activities, ensuring profitability and sustainability.
Additional Role Responsibilities:
* Leverage shopper behavior insights, market, and customer trends for strategic success.
* Develop category strategies for new channels like discount and drugstore segments.
* Coordinate with local and international departments such as Marketing, Sales, Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Finance.
* Achieve cross-channel sales objectives and BIC KPIs in operations.
Qualifications:
* Master's degree in Marketing, Sales, or related field.
* At least 5 years of experience in marketing or commercial departments, with a minimum of 2 years as a Category Manager or in Trade Marketing within FMCG companies.
* Strong knowledge of category management, marketing, and sales principles.
* Proficiency in data analysis, forecasting, and MS Office.
* Excellent analytical, communication, and relationship skills.
Location: Milan, Lombardy, Italy. This is a full-time position with hybrid work arrangements.
BIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or other characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and business needs.
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