Category Development Manager Nordics

About Kraft Heinz & Nordics Business

As a global powerhouse, Kraft Heinz represents over $26 billion in revenue and is the 5th largest food and beverage company in the world. At Kraft Heinz, we want to be the BEST food company, growing a BETTER world. To be the best, we want the best – best brands, best practices and, most importantly the BEST PEOPLE.

Nordics is a key growth engine within Kraft Heinz, having doubled the business in the last 4 years, but we have just started. An ambitious growth strategy has been set, supported by increased investments. To deliver this we have put together an exceptional team and are now looking for a new top talent.

About the Position

Nordics consists of five markets (SWE, FI, NO, DK, ICE). We have an excellent opportunity available for an experienced Category Manager to join our Nordic HQ in central Stockholm and make a difference at Kraft Heinz Nordics.

The Category Manager lies within the Nordic business unit. You’ll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level.

You will work in the marketing team reporting into Head of Marketing & Commercial Nordics. Get ready for a lot of exposure to internal senior stakeholders. The execution of the category strategy for one of the world’s strongest and most loved brands, Heinz, will be your primary responsibility.

In brief, you will:

Analyze & identify key growth opportunities for Kraft Heinz Brands & Categories within the Nordics markets and also by retailers

Continuous monitoring of category and Kraft Heinz portfolio performance and develop actions plans based on the analysis and insights

Lead the insights agenda, using platforms including Nielsen and Euromonitor and develop insights for our long term category strategy

Play a key role to drive future innovation pipeline development and lead the assessment of NPD post launch performance

Lead category workshops such as Brand Day by customer

Support sales team with trade window range reviews, portfolio strategy and planogram negotiations etc.

Qualifications

Hard Skills

Bachelor’s Degree required (preferably in Business or Marketing); Master’s Degree is a plus

Ideallyt 5-6 years’ experience in FMCG category development & analytics

Experience with Nielsen/Euromonitor or other insights platforms and 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 solutions.

Strong analytical, presentation, and communication skill.

Highly organized with good planning skills and the ability to manage cross functional category projects both within and outside of the company.

Strong key stakeholder management skills (both internal and external)

Language skills: Fluent in English, both written and oral is a must. Nordic language is a plus.

Other skills: Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint is essential

Professional Attributes

Commercial Sense: You’re always seeking for opportunities to expand your business

Analytical. We’re a very data driven company. You know how to translate complex data into a simple solution with your analytical mindset

Result driven. You don’t only focus on your own results, but always do what’s best for the company

Ability to Simplify. We like to keep it simple. And to execute fast. Your ability to simplify will be highly appreciated, when you provide simple solutions dealing with complex challenges

Key stakeholder management: you are good at key stakeholder management both within Nordics, but also others from the organization, able to influence and drive things forward

Curiosity, positivity, resilience & enthusiasm. You’re curious, positive and enthusiastic. People know you as the driver of the team. You are a team player

What we offer you

At Kraft Heinz, we’re not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. It all comes down to the way we empower our people to own their work. It’s true: Our employees are what makes us successful. As part of the Kraft Heinz family you’re supported to grow and achieve and will be recognized and rewarded for outstanding performance at every level. You’re given the opportunity to leave your mark and build legacies. But you won’t do it alone. This is where our values and teamwork thrives and collaborative spirit fuels every day.

An ambitious employer; we only want to 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!

Location: Stockholm, Sweden

About Us

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.

No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers and creative thinkers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do join our table and let’s make life delicious!

Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration

We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day.

As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.

Location(s)Stockholm

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.

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