International Category Manager I Inspirational Food Production

Our client

La Lorraine Bakery Group, has the ambition to further strengthen its market position in the various segments in which they are present (Bread; Viennoiserie; Patisserie & Savory). To realize this ambition, the international Marketing team within the Business Unit Frozen is looking for an: International Category Manager 

In this role you will support the two current category managers in the development of the Bakery segments.
This means that you will support them with:

• the implementation and coordination of their vision of the category major innovation and renovation projects

• gaining insight into the market and competition category

• portfolio performance analysis

In addition, there is the option to independently manage one of the categories. In this role, there is intensive communication / exchange with the various countries and with other departments (from NPD to Finance) within the Business Unit Frozen and within the LLBG group.

Profile

An excellent knowledge of English, in addition to Dutch, is necessary
You are a strong communicator and team player
You are highly analytical
Your flexibility allows you to manage change in a rapidly evolving context Entrepreneurial mindset
Hunger for knowledge about building a category from a commercial and industrial perspective
You have a real passion for food and bakery products in particular Experience in an international environment is an extra plus
You can present a first experience in Category Management, preferably in a retailer context in which NPD / Private Label development is also part of the package
You have a Master's degree, preferably in an economic / marketing direction

What we offer

A unique opportunity to work within an international company with a strong vision that continues to grow and innovate in top products. In this role you can actively contribute to the expansion of the business on an international level. This is a position with growth potential and therefore offers you future prospects locally as well as internationally.