Category Development Manager

Sydney  |  Permanent

Published 29/08/2008

• Based at Head Office
• Powerful Brands

About Our Client
As a clear market leader, our client has delivered growth over the last seven years - tripling its net income and enjoying a track record second to none. Offering a genuine career path and with an extensive portfolio of successful products, our client provides a fast paced, rewarding and professional environment. Due to promotion and increased head count, a high profile Category Development Role has now become available in the Grocery Channel.

Job Description
Based in Sydney and reporting to the Trade Marketing Director, you will thrive in this creative role delivering category growth strategies for our clients brands, which will be adopted ultimately by the assigned retailer. It will be your responsibility to drive category objectives into actionable trade initiatives. You will be experienced in developing "Go to Market" strategies, managing ROI, and being actively involved in accurate forecast planning.

The Successful Applicant

Ideally the successful applicant will possess the following attributes

• Degree qualified, preferably a business related major
• Clear and fundamental understanding of Grocery Category Management
• Category Management and National Account Management experience with an FMCG organisation
• Ability to interpret Consumer/Shopper insights
• Influencer of key internal/external stake holders
• Strong communication skills
• Impeccable analytical skills
• Tenacious and resilient personality

What's On Offer
On offer is an excellent remuneration package for the right candidate.

Apply for this job
Apply online using the form below or phone Liam Turnbull  on  02 8836 0766  quoting jobref  A1163320

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