Global Senior Category Manager

The Bel Group•Chicago, IL

13d•$160,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin® Nurishh®, Pom'Potes® and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.74 billion in 2024. Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process? Then Bel is made for you! Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company? Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project! #IWorkForAllForGood OVERALL MISSION As a Global Senior Category Manager , you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our global category growth strategy. You will work closely with the Global Category Growth Director and cross-functional teams to unlock growth opportunities, drive innovation, and deliver value across all regions. This role is designed for a high-potential leader ready to operate at a global scale, with significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our business. This is a hybrid role based in the US in Chicago, but the team works remotely and collaborates across all regions.

Requirements

Proven experience in category management, marketing, or commercial roles within FMCG or a related sector : 7+ years
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills; ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, with experience working in a matrix and multicultural environment.
Demonstrated leadership potential, with the ability to influence and drive results across functions and geographies.
Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, marketing, or related field.

Nice To Haves

additional languages are a plus

Responsibilities

Support the development and execution of the global category vision and growth strategy, collaborating with regional and local teams.
Lead and coordinate strategic category initiatives, including innovation launches, portfolio optimization, and best practice sharing across markets.
Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitive intelligence to identify growth opportunities and inform decision-making.
Partner with marketing, sales, and R&D to drive category growth projects from ideation to execution.
Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and business cases to senior management and external partners.
Track performance metrics, report on progress, and recommend course corrections as needed.
Foster a culture of collaboration, agility, and continuous improvement within the global category team.
Embody the Bel Leadership competencies: drive and accelerate transformation, demonstrate agility, dare to innovate, unconditional collaboration, unleash & develop talents.