Company
Our client is known around the world for their chocolate bars, which are some of the most popular. Besides that, they are suppliers of multiple popular pet food brands, as well as several other trademarks. The factory in the Netherlands currently has the biggest production volume of all the factories, besides being one of the biggest chocolate factories in the world.
Job Description
As a detail-oriented and strategic Category Management Analyst you will join our client’s team in the Benelux region. The successful candidate will act as a market co-pilot, providing key insights and analysis to support business growth and strategic planning. This role involves partnering closely with senior management and cross-functional teams to align market intelligence with company objectives.
Responsibilities
- Analyze local market drivers and key performance metrics to identify growth opportunities
- Prepare and present in-depth business analyses, including performance reports and trend summaries using Nielsen and other data sources
- Conduct root cause analyses to uncover performance issues and opportunities, facilitating discussions in S&OP and management meetings
- Manage relationships with Nielsen, GFK, IRI, and other data providers, ensuring data accuracy and updates for new products and competitive items
- Deliver market foresights, shopper insights, and category trends through research and data analysis to support the company’s growth strategy
- Collaborate with the management team, sales, marketing, supply chain, and finance to drive a strategic growth agenda
- Maintain and update internal data systems and databases, ensuring the latest information is incorporated for decision-making
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Business Management, Marketing, or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in business analysis, market research, or consumer/shopper insights
- Strong analytical skills with expertise in Nielsen, Excel, and data translation into actionable insights
- Excellent communication skills in English, capable of presenting complex data clearly and persuasively (Dutch is a plus)
- Knowledge of YouGov or shopper data analysis is a plus
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, with at least 1-2 days in the office per week
Other Information
Apply to our vacancy for more information. Looking forward to getting in touch!
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