Ph3Actual Talent /h3 pActual Talent is the talent acquisition consultancy that offers Executive Search, RPO and Talent Solutions. /p h3About the client: /h3 pOur client is a global food company based in Barcelona, Spain, operates in over 50 countries across Europe and Africa, offering more than 30 local brands. /p pWe are seeking a strategic bTrade Category Manager /b to lead the profitable growth of the category. Reporting directly to the bTrade Marketing Director /b, you will manage the category at 360°, acting as the internal reference point with an end-to-end vision that integrates marketing, sales, and finance. /p h3Strategy Planning /h3 ul liDefine the category strategy per channel and client, setting clear objectives and KPIs. /li liTransform market, shopper, and client insights into channel, assortment, price, and promotion strategies. /li liSupport the launch of new productsNPD), defining trade strategy, channel priorities, and success KPIs. /li liWork closely with Marketing to ensure consistency between brand strategy and channel strategy. /li /ul h3Operational Execution Analysis /h3 ul liDevelop and implement integrated trade plans covering assortment, price, promotions, and visibility. /li liAnalyze market, shopper, and performance data (sell-in / sell-out) to identify opportunities for profitable growth. /li liDefine promotional guidelines and constantly monitor their effectiveness. /li liContribute to the development of the "Perfect Store" and execution standards at the point of sale. /li liMonitor category performance proactively, proposing corrective actions and improvement plans. /li /ul h3Cross-functional collaboration /h3 ul liAct as the bridge between departments, ensuring consistency between strategy and execution. /li liWork transversally with bSales, Marketing, and Finance /b. /li liCommunicate effectively and credibly with senior stakeholders. /li /ul h3What can you expect from us? /h3 pThis is a great opportunity to join a leading FMCG company in a dynamic environment. You will be based in our bMilan /b office. We value passion, commitment, and accountability /p h3Requirements /h3 ul libExperience: /b At least b7 years of experience /b in structured bFMCG companies /b. Preferably a previous experience in Sales /li libCore Background: /b A consolidated background in bTrade Marketing /b is essential. /li libEducation: /b University Graduate. /li libTechnical Skills: /b Strong exposure to bdata analysis /b, bpricing /b, and bpromotions /b topics. Experience in managing complex categories. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr