Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. is hiring: Mgr. Category Marketing in Guasti

Mgr. Category MarketingUS-CA-OntarioJob ID: 2025-7725Type: Regular Full-Time of Openings: 1Ontario (Corporate Office)OverviewThis individual will be responsible for developing and executing strategic marketing strategies to drive sales, profitability and business growth for a specific product category that align with the overall company's business objectives by effectively managing the portfolio and ensuring it meets the needs of the target customer. ResponsibilitiesCategory Lead: Lead person for information related to the category. This entails working with the sales team in the field to help identify customer/segment opportunitiesMarket analysis: Analyze and define industry and category market trends as well as customer behavior to drive product growth and innovation within the categoryStrategic planning: Assist in the development of marketing plans, business plans, sales strategies, and action plans for identified targets of opportunityProduct Management: Responsible for product lifecycle from introduction of new products to developing exit strategies for unsuccessful, underperforming productsP&L: Individual is responsible for topline and bottom-line objectives both at a category as well as at a SKU and customer level Collaboration: Work closely and establish strong relationships with cross-functional team members to ensure cohesive marketing effortsMarketing Materials: Develop and implement new marketing materials, digital communications, and collateral and responsible for existing marketing materials Promotions: Develop, execute, and measure promotional plans to drive product sales and awareness within the categoryPricing: Manage the pricing within the category to maximize profitability and maintain a competitive position in the marketQualifications4 years relevant work experience, especially as it relates to financial analysis, P&L's, executing strategic plans and overall category and project management2 years of Foodservice experience or a similar sector is preferred2 years of progressive financial, P&L and pricing management is preferredBachelor's degree required, preferably in marketing, business, or finance/economicsMaster of Business Administration degree required or in progressStrong analytical and critical thinking skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to operate as a team playerMust be proficient in all Microsoft Office Programs (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) Range $125,000 to $135,000INDONTPI90d986271737-25660-37037339