Director Category Strategy H/F
Location
Us, 50250 | France
Job description
Description :
In your role as Director, Category Strategy, you will create and direct the strategy and execution of the Portable Wholesome Snacks (PWS) category vision, owning the deployment of shelving and assortment guidance for beloved brands like Pop-Tarts, Rice Krispies Treats, Nutri-Grain, and Rx Bar. Keeping the shopper and consumer at the heart of your work, you'll align with our customers' priorities, build partnerships, and initiate the strategic and conceptual positioning of Kellanova brands through sales programs to deliver on the total Category Strategy, Top Line Growth, and increase Bottom Line Profitability. You will shape our success in-store and help us on our journey to BE The Best". This role can BE located in the greater Chicago, IL or Battle Creek, MI regions.
If you are a passionate results-oriented driver, who thrives in a role working cross-functionally, on strategic long-term initiatives while successfully juggling the everyday needs of the business, this may BE the opportunity for you ! Kellanova is a place where everyone has a seat at the table. Let's create something that people can connect with together.
A Taste of What You'll BE Doing
- Category Strategy - Develop and drive the Category Strategy of a dynamic and diverse category. You'll manage the translation of the PWS Snacking Vision to Customer specific initiatives thru a shopper first lens. This includes the development, communication, and measurement of Perfect Shelf standards at retail (and Perfect Pallet in Club) to increase conversion at shelf. You will also play a critical role in our innovation strategy and deployment to ensure a comprehensive, end-to-end approach. Our perfect shelf starts with you.
- Category Management - With a focus on creating the perfect shelf, you'll own the process to identify Never Outs and Must Have assortment prioritization for the PWS category. You'll manage the communication, enablement, and measurement of those recommendations and work closely with your counterparts within the sales teams to deliver optimal category results.
- Driving Engagement - Through your strong partnership with your peers, the Directors of Commercial Strategy, Innovation, Sales, Category Management, and Revenue Growth Management, you'll establish discipline to provide the right pack, in the right place, for the right price.
Your Recipe for Success
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in Category Strategy and/or Category Management required. Sales or Marketing experience is an added plus
- Demonstrated success in roles with increasing amounts of leadership through influence in a matrixed organization
- Experience utilizing syndicated data (including Nielsen or IRI) to make decisions and create persuasive recommendations
- Extensive analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically
- Previous people leadership experience is required, as this role will include multiple direct reports
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
What's Next
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About Kellanova
Kellanova is a leading company in global snacking, international cereal and noodles, plant-based foods, and North America frozen breakfast, and a portfolio of iconic, world-class brands, including Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, Kellogg's Rice Krispies Treats, MorningStar Farms, Incogmeato, Gardenburger, Nutri-Grain, RXBAR, and Eggo. We also steward a suite of beloved international cereal brands, including Kellogg's, Frosties, Zucaritas, Special K, Krave, Miel Pops, Coco Pops, and Crunchy Nut, among others.
At Kellanova, we are committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I), uplifting each other and embracing our differences to achieve our common goals. Our focus on ED&I enables us to build a culture where all employees are inspired to share their passion, talents, ideas, and can bring their authentic selves to work. Learn more here.
We're proud to offer industry competitive Total Health benefits (Physical, Financial, Emotional, and Social) that vary depending on region and type of role. BE sure to ask your recruiter for more information !
The Finer Print
Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.
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