Category Manager (f/m/x)

Category Manager (f/m/x)

in Mars Wrigley

Location: Warsaw

Hybrid working

Fully virtual recruitment experience

Build strong partnerships with our clients to deepen collaboration and execute MW category strategy. Analyze external data & customer insights and come with proposals on opportunities to capitalize on Category growth (improve quality & quantity of distribution and ultimately Mars and total Category performance for customers in scope).

What would be your key responsibilities?

• Develop and execute category strategies to drive growth and profitability across key channels.

• Analyze market trends, consumer insights, sales data, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Trade Marketing, and Supply Chain to align category plans with broader business objectives.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, supporting joint business planning and in-store execution.

• Lead initiatives for our key growth platforms related to shelf/category management.

• Identify and execute projects to achieve excellent instore execution in line with Picture of Success.

• Monitor and report on category performance KPIs, identifying risks and opportunities.

• Champion a data-driven approach to category development and decision-making.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in category management within the FMCG industry.

• Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or related field.

• Demonstrated success in leading category initiatives that resulted in measurable growth.

• Customer focus in mind with ability to engage, influence and impact retailers by providing guidance on strategic direction of category.

• Strong analytical mindset – ability to interpret complex data sets and convert insights into strategies.

• Excellent stakeholder management – confident in influencing and collaborating across internal teams and with external partners.

• Strong commercial awareness and customer-centric thinking.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Nielsen/IRI data tools, and category management software.

• Good understanding of annual planning process within a corporation.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills in both Polish and English.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Contract of employment.

• Attractive financial conditions with Business Bonus and Christmas Bonus

• We will also look after your safety and well-being by offering you rich benefits package including life insurance, private medical care, Employee Assistance Program fully covered by Mars, MultiBenefit Program.

• Lunch card.

• Extra savings scheme to support You in long perspective.

• Support in career building through personalized development plan.

• On-line shop with attractive discounts on our products that Your family and friend are going to love.

• Possibility to participate in volunteering initiatives during working hours.

• A modern and pet friendly office in the City Centre.

Apply now and upload you profile in English.

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