Field Category Manager, Kroger
1 month ago
Company description
Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello, Kinder Bueno and Kinder Surprise. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.
About the Role:Are you passionate about leveraging data to drive success and eager to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a globally renowned confectionery brand? Ferrero is seeking a dynamic and strategic Field Category Manager to join our team This full-time, permanent remote position, based in the vibrant city of Cincinnati, Ohio offers a unique opportunity to influence and elevate our product strategies across all categories. Reporting to the Director of Grocery Field Category Management, you will be at the forefront of developing compelling, data-driven selling stories that boost sales and margin goals for all products within Ferrero. Step into a role where your insights and innovations will make a significant impact on our success and growth
Main Responsibilities:- Partner with Kroger Sales Director and National Account Managers, broker and trade partners to develop data driven, objective category recommendations that meet or exceed Ferrero Key Performance Indicators ("KPIs")
- Provide strategic and tactical recommendations to customer and National Account Managers on distribution, shelving, merchandising, and pricing
- Actively participate in joint business planning development and line review sessions to enhance category growth stories within the Confections, Spreads and Cookie Categories
- Leverage all syndicated data resources, shopper insights platforms and research in support of the sales initiatives that ensure linkage with the Category Management and Retailer plans
- Monitor and analyze category, competition, and consumer market data to proactively identify business opportunities and develop actionable category insights
- Drive support for new product innovation launches through commercial planning process
- Build relationships within key customers to strengthen strategic and trusted partner status
- Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing discipline required, MBA is a plus
- 5+ years relevant experience required, CPG and/or Grocery Channel experience preferred
- Category management skill set required, Category Space Planning experience a plus
- Proactive mindset to develop category strategies and translate them into distribution, shelving, pricing and merchandising objectives
- Data analysis skills to monitor key account performance and develop strategies
- Interpersonal skills as to interface effectively with necessary internal and external stakeholders, ability to build solid relationships and achieve brand sales goals
- Strong collaborative capabilities, high integrity/ethics, and operate daily with the company's values in mind
- Global mindset: desire to build a successful career with a growing global company
- Excellent written, oral, time-management and presentation skills
- Exceptional knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Kroger 84.51 necessary; Power BI and data modeling a plus
- Position requires 25% travel
Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you'll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.
#FNA
Diversity StatementFerrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.
Ferrero U.S.A. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
-
Field Category Manager, Kroger
2 months ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Ferrero Full timeJob Location: Cincinnati Company description Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello, Kinder Bueno and Kinder Surprise. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products...
-
Kroger Category Strategist
1 day ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Feldkamp Marketing Full timeAbout the RoleFeldkamp Marketing, a premier broker specializing in Kroger, is seeking a seasoned Category Insights Manager to lead our category management and insights efforts. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for analyzing Kroger-specific data, uncovering actionable insights, and guiding strategic initiatives that drive category growth.Key...
-
Labor & Employment Counsel - Kroger
3 days ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Kroger Full time**Job Summary**Kroger is seeking a seasoned attorney with expertise in Labor & Employment law to join our team. As a Labor & Employment Counsel, you will play a critical role in advising senior management on legal matters and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.**Key Responsibilities****Ensure Compliance**: Ensure that Kroger complies with...
-
Data-Driven Category Manager
1 day ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Feldkamp Marketing Full timeAbout the RoleFeldkamp Marketing, a premier broker specializing in Kroger, is seeking a seasoned Category Insights Manager to lead our category management and insights efforts. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for analyzing Kroger-specific data, uncovering actionable insights, and guiding strategic initiatives that drive category...
-
Category Insights Director
1 day ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Feldkamp Marketing Full timeAbout the RoleFeldkamp Marketing, a premier broker specializing in Kroger, is seeking a seasoned Category Insights Manager to lead our category management and insights efforts. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for analyzing Kroger-specific data, uncovering actionable insights, and guiding strategic initiatives that drive category growth.Key...
-
Kroger Retail Service Merchandiser
6 days ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Field Force Merchandising Full timePosition OverviewField Force Merchandising is actively looking for part-time retail service merchandisers to support an ongoing program within Kroger grocery stores. This role is designed for individuals who can begin work promptly.Employment Type: Permanent part-time independent contractorService Schedule: Two visits per weekCompensation: $17 per...
-
Kroger Retail Service Merchandiser
6 days ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Field Force Merchandising Full timePosition OverviewField Force Merchandising is actively seeking dedicated part-time retail service merchandisers for an ongoing project within Kroger grocery locations. This role is designed for individuals who can begin work promptly.Employment Type: Permanent part-time independent contractorService Frequency: Two visits per weekCompensation: $17 per...
-
Logistics and Sales Operations Manager
7 days ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Kroger Full timeJob Overview We are seeking a dynamic individual to enhance the sales of Kroger Manufactured Products (KMP) through strategic customer engagement. This role focuses on fostering new business opportunities and maintaining existing client relationships to meet overall organizational goals and drive sustainable growth. Upholding the core values of respect,...
-
Category Leadership Associate Manager
7 days ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States SC Johnson Full timeAbout SC JohnsonSC Johnson is a family-owned company with a legacy of over 130 years, dedicated to innovation and sustainability. We pride ourselves on our iconic brands that resonate with consumers globally, including well-known names like Raid, Glade, and Ziploc. Our mission is to create a better future for the planet and our team members.Position...
-
Label Compliance Specialist
6 days ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Kroger Full timeJob Overview We are seeking a knowledgeable professional in food labeling regulations to oversee the evaluation and authorization of corporate brand labels, ensuring adherence to nutritional, health, and regulatory standards. This role involves guiding the labeling of consumer products in compliance with nutritional and other regulatory mandates. The ideal...
-
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Kroger Full timeJob Overview Oversee a technology division dedicated to developing innovative Finance, Accounting, and Sourcing Technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency at Kroger. Ensure that various technological elements are implemented swiftly while adhering to established frameworks. This position will spearhead several initiatives and, in other instances,...
-
Summer Supply Chain Analytics Intern
24 hours ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Kroger Full timeKroger Supply Chain Internship ProgramThe Kroger Supply Chain Internship Program is a comprehensive experience that offers students an opportunity to grow their careers through a variety of focused internship assignments in the field of supply chain management.Program HighlightsCompetitive CompensationHands-on Learning ExperiencesCompany Exposure to Senior...
-
Lead Financial Analyst
6 days ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Kroger Full timePosition Overview The Senior Financial Analyst will collaborate with departmental leaders to evaluate the financial implications of intricate business decisions. This role is accountable for collecting, summarizing, and analyzing the data required for these evaluations. Clear communication of findings to key stakeholders is essential. The position embodies...
-
Lead Financial Analyst
6 days ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Kroger Full timeJob Overview Collaborate with departmental leaders to evaluate the financial implications of intricate business decisions. Responsible for collecting, summarizing, and analyzing essential data to conduct these evaluations. Communicate findings effectively to key stakeholders. Uphold the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity,...
-
Financial Insights Specialist
13 hours ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Kroger Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Financial Analyst to join our team at Kroger. As a key member of our finance department, you will play a critical role in driving business growth and success through data-driven insights and strategic financial planning.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Statement Preparation: Lead the preparation of accurate and...
-
Senior Financial Analyst
20 hours ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Kroger Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Financial Analyst to join our team at Kroger. As a key member of our finance department, you will play a critical role in driving business growth and profitability through data-driven insights and strategic financial planning.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Statement Preparation: Lead the preparation of...
-
Commodity Procurement Specialist
7 days ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Kroger Corporate Full timePosition Overview:As a key player in our procurement team, you will oversee the acquisition of commodity products across various categories for our organization. Your focus will be on securing top-quality items at competitive prices while fostering strong partnerships with growers and suppliers to maximize our purchasing power.Key Responsibilities:Coordinate...
-
Supply Chain Change Management Director
1 day ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Kroger Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Supply Chain Change Management Director to join our team at Kroger. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for executing the Change Management Strategy for Supply Chain, ensuring adoption of initiatives across teams to meet business objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement change...
-
Senior Financial Analyst
9 hours ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Kroger Full timeSenior Financial Analyst Role at Kroger Engage with departmental leaders to understand the financial ramifications of strategic choices affecting the organization. Accountable for gathering, synthesizing, and assessing data crucial for meaningful evaluations. Clearly convey insights to primary stakeholders. Uphold the company's principles of respect,...
-
Pharmacy Team Leader
7 days ago
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Kroger Full timeJob OverviewAs a Pharmacy Team Leader, you will be responsible for ensuring that accuracy, safety, quality, and regulatory standards are upheld on a daily basis. Your role will involve guiding and directing pharmacy associates to adhere to proper processes and procedures. Core ResponsibilitiesIn this position, you will: Lead by example to ensure the...