Category Head \ Noida | FMCG| 11+ Yrs Exp

About Our Client

The hiring company is a leading organization in the FMCG industry, well-established in the food sector and known for its innovative product portfolio. It operates on a large scale and has a strong presence in the market, offering a professional environment to grow and excel.

Job Description

• Develop and execute a comprehensive category strategy for confectionery to achieve business objectives.
• Analyse market trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment and implementation of category plans.
• Manage pricing, product assortment, and promotional strategies to maximise category profitability.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including distributors and retail partners.
• Monitor category performance and generate actionable insights through data-driven analysis.
• Lead product development initiatives by working closely with R&D and innovation teams.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Category Head (Confectionery) should have :

• A degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in category management within the FMCG food industry.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work across teams.
• A strategic mindset with a results-oriented approach.
• Expertise in managing product lifecycles and promotional activities.
• Familiarity with market trends and consumer behaviour in the FMCG sector.