PpAt Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we’ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence. /p pToday, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world’s top food company by reputation. With 20 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa. /p pOur success story is written by a passionate team of 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion. /p pbAre you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey? /b /p pAre you an analytical Category Manager with high ambitions and experience within in FMCG? Do you want to work in a family own company yet with international width? Now you have the chance! /p pBarilla is now looking for a full time bCategory Manager /b to join the Category team based in Stockholm Sweden. /p pAs our Category Manager, you will work together both with internal departments such as KAM, Trade Marketing, Finance and the Sales Force as well as with external customers as an expert to ensure that Barilla is seen as the preferred category partner, allowing the categories to grow. Furthermore, you will be the focal point of RGM and you will have the capability to influence the commercial teams as the sales navigator. You are an expert user in NielsenIQ and to analyze market data at customer and category level. We also work with ICA Self Serve, so a plus if you have previous experience from this area. /p h3bKey Accountabilities /b /h3 pbData analysis and management: /b /p ul liAnalysis of data and insights management for shopper and category, converting into business recommendations and market/costumer opportunities. /li liContinuously analyse our assortment and performance in order to find opportunities for growth, come up with recommendations for our central customers as well as our sales force in order to drive profitable growth /li liPrepare and present customer presentations to central customers /li /ul pbShopper and category intelligence /b /p ul liEnsure shopper and category intelligence to answer relevant business questions /li liContinuously observing/screening shopper/consumer/category trends and insights /li liRecommend and execute category and shopper studies and present those to central customers as well as internal stakeholders /li /ul pbShelf layout and placement /b /p ul liDevelop and provide shelf placement guidelines and recommendations for improving shelf performance and product initiatives. /li /ul pbInsights sharing and cross-functional collaboration /b /p ul liWork closely with sales, trade marketing, category marketing and leverage key insights to drive sales and shares /li liHold engaging presentations of all category findings/analysis internally as well as during our Sales conferences to our Sales force /li liBe the sparring partner and addressing queries related to ongoing projects and initiatives /li /ul h3bQualifications /b /h3 ul liGreat record of accomplishment, with a minimum of 5 years of work experience from category management in the FMCG setting. Any additional experience in Sales and Trade Marketing will be considered a strong advantage /li liExcellent communication skills in Swedish and English /li liExpert user of NielsenIQ /li liExpert user of all Microsoft office tools. /li liStrong people management skills, by driving shared goals, building trust and using an open communication /li liDemonstration of leadership and ownership, showing curiosity and creativity, while building strong and trustful relationships /li liProject management and analytical skills with a strong “can do” attitude that allows sound decisions making within established guidelines /li liInternational growth mindset, ideally proven with international experiences /li /ul h3bOur Offer /b /h3 ul libHigh Responsibility: /bFrom day one, we entrust you with significant responsibilities. Your impact matters, and we recognize it. /li libPersonal Development: /bJoin us for professional growth and gain global experience in a dynamic international setting, offering extensive exposure and opportunities to excel. /li libContinuous Learning: /bWe believe in growth. Expect regular feedback and training opportunities to maximize your potential. /li libFlexible Work Arrangements: /bEmbrace our hybrid approach, and flexible working hours. /li libDiversity Inclusion: /bEngage in national and international projects that champion diversity and inclusion. Your unique perspective matters here. /li libExcellent Public Transportation Access: /bWhether you prefer biking or public transport, we have got you covered. Enjoy working in a stylish, modern office which ensures easy access to various transportation options. /li libMotivated Team: /bBe part of a dynamic and motivated team. We thrive on collaboration, innovation, and mutual support. /li libPositive and Inclusive Culture: /bExperience a workplace where positivity and inclusivity are at the core. Our flat hierarchies encourage open communication and mutual respect. /li /ul h3bApplication /b /h3 pCandidates will be contacted by our international Recruiter at Talent Solutions, part of ManpowerGroup. Our Recruiter is based in Germany, for this reason, a number with the country code +49 will be used. /p pApplications and CVs are sent via our job portal Join us / Current Job Opportunities. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please get in touch with Talent Acquisition, Auday Alkhatib - /p pWe are reviewing candidates regularly so do not wait with your application! /p pAt Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Swedish organizations is the first LGBTQI-certified company in the food industry and our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr