About Chupa Chups – a Perfetti Van Melle Company
Perfetti Van Melle is a privately owned company that produces and distributes candies and chewing gums in over 150 countries worldwide. Employing more than 18,000 people and operating 36 companies globally, Perfetti Van Melle has a strong international presence across the Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and the Americas.
Our brands reflect our passion for our products. We constantly explore new approaches and innovative ideas to inspire and delight our consumers worldwide. Our brands, including Chupa Chups, Smint, Mentos, and Trident, aim to gratify, refresh, and inspire consumers of all ages globally.
What You Will Do
Reporting to the Trade Marketing Director Iberia, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
1. Leading the analysis and interpretation of the Iberian Gum category and its consumer trends.
2. Developing the long-term strategy for the category per channel/subchannel, including pricing, assortment, POS execution, and promotional strategies.
3. Collaborating with the Marketing team to develop the Iberia Gum brand and innovation plans.
4. Co-leading with the Key Accounts (KA) the Portuguese Trade Terms (TT) and CVS customers, focusing on deploying the assortment, pricing, promotion, and POS strategies.
5. Supervising and supporting the category OT specialist in deploying strategies within Portuguese OT customers.
Our Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have:
* An educational background in Business Administration or a similar field.
* Fluency in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
* At least 5 years of experience in the FMCG industry within the OT channel, including 2-3 years as a Category Manager.
* Advanced proficiency in Excel, MS Office, Nielsen, and other market reports.
* Previous experience with Spaceman or similar programs is required.
* Experience with Power BI is a plus.
* Strong analytical skills to interpret market research and data into actionable insights.
* The ability to work effectively in ambiguous environments.
What You’ll Find When Working at Chupa Chups – Perfetti Van Melle
Enjoy working in a dynamic environment with a young team, collaborating on some of the biggest brands in the confectionery world, and developing your career within the iconic Chupa Chups brand. Benefits include a comprehensive package and a hybrid work model, along with access to a group e-learning platform.
We Care for Our People
At Perfetti Van Melle, we prioritize caring for our employees through various benefit programs supporting their goals and well-being. Join the Sweet Life by applying today! We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive. Even if you don’t meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply — we look forward to hearing from you!
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