Department: Italy BU - Trade Marketing
Location: Milano (Italy)
Vacancies: 1
Work modality: HybridOur history begins with our brand, Gallina Blanca, founded in Barcelona in 1937. But this is only the beginning of a long and exciting journey.
Today, with turnover of around €1,3 Billion and a staff of around 3,600 employees, GBfoods is present in more than 50 countries in Europe and Africa. They include Spain, Italy, Germany, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Sweden, Finland, Nigeria, Ghana, Algeria and Senegal, among others.
We are also proud of our well-known historical brands in each one of these countries, such as Jumbo, Gallina Blanca, Erasco, Gino, Liebig, Star, D&L, Grand’Italia and Blå Band, among others. Some of these dearly beloved brands have been in consumers’ kitchens for more than 150 years, to the point where they are now an integral part of the local culture.
At GBfoods we offer culinary solutions in several countries in our European region, with presence in 8 countries, with more than 28 recognized brands and local brands, including Gallina Blanca, Erasco, Liebig, Star, D&L, Grand'Italia and Blå Band, among others.
Our Purpose “Celebrating local flavours” is to empower and take care of each of the local communities we belong to and to bring out their authentic flavours. Some of our local brands have been in consumers' kitchens for over a century and have positioned themselves as authentically loved brands, as well as deeply rooted parts of the local culture.
Today, with a turnover of around 1,4 billion euros and a team of around 3.600 people, we are the preferred choice of millions of consumers.
We are now loooking for a Trade Marketing Manager to join our Italian team.
Mission:
Lead the Trade Marketing strategy and category development, of one of the company’s key growth priorities and most ambitious business challenges.
Act as a strategic partner to Sales and Marketing, transforming market, shopper and customer insights into actionable growth plans.
Lead and develop one direct report, ensuring the delivery of best-in-class category recommendations and commercial execution.
Key Responsibilities:
Category Strategy & Growth
Sales Partnership & Commercial Excellence
Innovation & Portfolio Management
Cross-Functional Leadership
Team Management
What can you expect from us?
This is a great opportunity to join a big team in a multicultural and modern environment. We foster innovation and team work, and we care for health and sustainability, which is at the center of our strategy. At GBfoods we don’t just accept our differences but we fully support and celebrate them. You will be able to grow and develop your skills and career in a consolidated company in the industry and also enjoy all our benefits!
Requirements:
Skills & Mindset
What We Look For
A commercially-minded Trade Marketing professional who combines strategic thinking with strong execution capabilities. Someone able to lead ambitious growth projects, build effective partnerships with Sales and Marketing, and successfully develop one of our most strategic categories.