CATEGORY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER FF

We have an excellent opportunity available for an experienced Category Development Manager to make a difference at Kraft Heinz. The position is highly strategic within the Baby Food category in the Italian business unit based in Milan. You’ll be working in a high performing team, with strong leading brands such as Plasmon / Nipiol, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. In brief, you will be responsible for: Bring analysis, synthesis and clarity to the business vision on relevant topics to support the strategic direction of the category. Drive the sell-in and sell-out analysis process to ensure proper volume forecast and market share planning. Support the team in preparing monthly business review internal meetings. Responsible for leading the Excellence retail execution process by ensuring target and execution of the perfect store model, according to sell-out and Regional team plans. Responsible for carrying out specific category development and growth projects (shelf, extra display, customer excellence...). Support internal sales team in preparing customer plan and execution of the assortment/distribution sales fundamentals. Qualifications Hard Skills Experience in a category development, sales, commercial, or trade marketing role. Demonstrable knowledge of our key data platforms, IRI / Kantar and/or retailer shopper insight platforms. Highly numerate and strategic thinking with the ability to analyze market, category and financial data to identify key trends and recommend creative solutions. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree ideal. English proficiency is mandatory. Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills (power pivot, think cell...). Ability to simplify complex information in an effective way and present to internal stakeholders. Professional Attributes Consumer and Customer Focus - You demonstrate a passion for the consumer and a genuine curiosity for the customer, thinking of innovative solutions to drive performance. Analytical - We’re a very data driven company. You know how to translate complex data into a simple solution with your analytical mindset. Communication Skills - At Kraft Heinz you’ll easily be exposed to senior management, no matter your level. Therefore, it’s important you have excellent communication skills, to deal with all kinds of different stakeholders. You are a very good storyteller, able to translate your analytical conclusions into strong cohesive narratives. Project management skills - You’re organized and structured and know how to bring multiple projects to a successful ending within the given timeframe. Team player - You’re a team player, which means you’re sometimes a leader, sometimes a follower but always working towards the same common goal together with your teammates. What we offer you An ambitious employer; we only want the best for our people! Trainings and coaching to help develop your skills and behaviours. A career track like only few other companies can match. Flexible and hybrid working approach (3 from the office or with customers / 2 from home). Family-friendly and inclusive work environment. Competitive benefits package to support mental, physical, financial and social well-being. A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market). Always room for new ideas; if you have a good idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action! Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. #J-18808-Ljbffr