CPG Category Manager
Company: Ajinomoto Foods North America
Location: Ontario
Posted on: April 19, 2024
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Job Description:
Overview The CPG Category Manager directs and manages the
assigned product category portfolio and intersecting brands to
deliver and/or exceed sales and profit targets. The manager will
provide management of the category, drive innovation, and provide
management of the value chain internally with cross-functional
teammates to maximize the utility of assets and ensure consistent
and sustainable profit delivery. This role will also manage,
provide direction to external partners, and develop and execute
tactics. The manager will have cross-channel responsibilities,
including customized, specialty, and supermarket channels.
Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities of the CPG
Category Manager are outlined below and include but are not limited
to the following:
Develop and execute category strategies to meet business
objectives, market demands, and customer needs.
Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitor activities
to identity opportunities and risks within assigned categories.
Conduct regular competitor analysis to stay informed about industry
trends, pricing strategies, and new product launches.
Responsible for the financial business management of the category
through thorough P&L analysis and key issue identification.
Accountable for budgeting of marketing spend and ensuring reserve
control and spend within budget.
Lead and collaborate cross-functional teams such as R&D,
Operations, Marketing, and Finance to develop product development
and introduction plans.
Identify information gaps requiring market research, drive research
needs, and manage the application of consumer insights that will be
the basis of driving profitable growth.
Manage the value chain management across functions, in order to
optimize inventory management, forecasting demand, and implementing
effective strategies.
Responsible for the development of annual and mid-term business
plans.
Manage the portfolio of the category, including innovation and
continuous product improvement.
Manage the development and application of all consumer
communication.
Oversee management of all administrative responsibilities.
Accountable for compliance with all AFNA processes, standards and
policies.
Qualifications The right candidate will possess leadership, people
management, portfolio management, value chain management,
innovation, advertising/promotion and financial skills as well as
sound business judgment and the ability to drive in a matrix
organization. Qualifications include:
BA/BS degree, preferably in business management or marketing. MBA
degree preferred.
4+ years of category / brand management experience.
Solid analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data
and make data driven decisions.
Demonstrated success in cross-functional leadership and project
management.
Proven financial management skills.
Established business management skill inclusive of product
development and innovation.
Demonstrated communication skills across a variety of communication
methods and tools.
Proven working knowledge of market research and demonstrated
analytical skills.
A relatable food experience and/or a demonstrated passion and/or
knowledge of food preferable.
Pay Range is $95,000 to $120,000 #INDONT
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