Category Management, Shelf Projects and Space Planning
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About the Role: We have a current opening for Category Management, Shelf Projects and Space Planning and are actively reviewing applications. Act as the main point of reference internally and with customers concerning the Shelf Quality and Space Planning for all Ferrero categories. Accountable for the development and implementation of the permanent and semi-permanent category merchandising strategy, including main shelf planogram recommendations and semi-permanent secondary merchandising solutions testing. Support the strategic management of Trade Marketing, improving Customer Category Management to enhance visibility and shelf quality for the Ferrero portfolio ensuring that trade and shopper dimensions are captured. Main Responsibilities: SHELF, SPACE PLANNING & POINT OF SALE- Responsible and main point of contact for the customer for Shelf/ Space planning recommendations and projects for all Categories, in line with Ferrero priorities.- Responsible for Customer planograms recommendations and indications on how to place the products on the shelves for all categories, in line with Ferrero guidelines.- Responsible and single point of contact externally and internally for leading the development and execution of Merchandising solutions projects and tests in line with Ferrero Company priorities.- Build category growth selling stories and category Shelf and total store semi- permanent vision.- Develop retail mix levers standards aligned with Trade categories priorities to support sales negotiation (i.e. shelf, secondary placement, checkouts current visibility vs target)- Drive MyPerfectStore Implementation and results.- Support Marketing on New Product Development (NPD) activities to ensure category and shopper dynamic and trends are reflected in a proper way.- Establish effective Category Management and Merchandising Management tools, resources, partnerships, processes and meeting cycles to raise local capabilities.- Develop Recommendations for the development of Customer Category Management capability and capacity as part of the Ferrero PS Process and Business Case. SHOPPER INSIGHTS AND ANALYSIS- Develop capabilities about shopper insights relating to the Shopping journey and merchandising solutions.- Monitor and analyze trade, competitors and shopper data and activities related to merchandising to identify business opportunities and develop new category development plans.- Manage shopper KPIs analysis and understanding for the assigned projects.About You:
- Bachelor’s degree with 7-10 years of related experience- Proven experience in process and project management- Strong knowledge of Canadian Retail landscape- Strong knowledge of Category Management and Syndicated data- Strong Knowledge of Space Management Software- Budget Management Experience- Strong Knowledge of industry best practices- Working knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint & Word- Strong Knowledge of Ferrero Company, brands, strategy and Perfect Store Models Artificial Intelligence DisclosureAs part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.What We Offer: Careers with caring built in - discover our benefits here. The base compensation range for this position is $101,987 - 135,528. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time. In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.About Ferrero: Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.DE&I at Ferrero: Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.Find out more here. Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic. Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
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About Ferrero
Founded in 1946 by Pietro and Giovanni Ferrero, the Ferrero Group is a family-owned business in its third generation. It has been built by talented people who share a commitment towards continuous improvement to achieve the highest quality and care. This same commitment is put into everything we do for our consumers and characterizes the environment in which we operate. Some of the world’s most iconic confectionery products come from Ferrero, including Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, and Kinder Surprise®. Sold in more than 170 countries, our products are part of the collective memory and traditions of consumers all around the world; loved by generations. In 2015, we entered a new era of acquisitions. Since then, we have acquired several brands and businesses, including Fannie May, the confectionary division of Nestlé, and Eat Natural, expanding our footprint and product offering also into the healthy snack segment. The secret to our global success is our 38,767 employees across the world, all dedicated to delivering the care and quality to craft the business, the careers and the brands we are proud of. From the moment you join us, we make sure you can nurture your curiosity and natural abilities. We provide the resources you need to succeed personally and professionally in a diverse work environment that is multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding. In 2021, Ferrero was the confectionary company with the best reputation in the world, according to RepTrak. This achievement reflects our determination to bring consumers only the very best; an approach which is at the heart of everything we do. Our dedication to quality and excellence, our heritage and our family values, as well as our respect for the environment and the communities in which we work, are all seen in our desire to sustain and celebrate life’s special moments. Be part of it! Visit www.ferrerocareers.com to explore the opportunities Ferrero can offer when you craft your career with us.
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Category Management, Shelf Projects and Space Planning
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About the role
About the Role: We have a current opening for Category Management, Shelf Projects and Space Planning and are actively reviewing applications. Act as the main point of reference internally and with customers concerning the Shelf Quality and Space Planning for all Ferrero categories. Accountable for the development and implementation of the permanent and semi-permanent category merchandising strategy, including main shelf planogram recommendations and semi-permanent secondary merchandising solutions testing. Support the strategic management of Trade Marketing, improving Customer Category Management to enhance visibility and shelf quality for the Ferrero portfolio ensuring that trade and shopper dimensions are captured. Main Responsibilities: SHELF, SPACE PLANNING & POINT OF SALE- Responsible and main point of contact for the customer for Shelf/ Space planning recommendations and projects for all Categories, in line with Ferrero priorities.- Responsible for Customer planograms recommendations and indications on how to place the products on the shelves for all categories, in line with Ferrero guidelines.- Responsible and single point of contact externally and internally for leading the development and execution of Merchandising solutions projects and tests in line with Ferrero Company priorities.- Build category growth selling stories and category Shelf and total store semi- permanent vision.- Develop retail mix levers standards aligned with Trade categories priorities to support sales negotiation (i.e. shelf, secondary placement, checkouts current visibility vs target)- Drive MyPerfectStore Implementation and results.- Support Marketing on New Product Development (NPD) activities to ensure category and shopper dynamic and trends are reflected in a proper way.- Establish effective Category Management and Merchandising Management tools, resources, partnerships, processes and meeting cycles to raise local capabilities.- Develop Recommendations for the development of Customer Category Management capability and capacity as part of the Ferrero PS Process and Business Case. SHOPPER INSIGHTS AND ANALYSIS- Develop capabilities about shopper insights relating to the Shopping journey and merchandising solutions.- Monitor and analyze trade, competitors and shopper data and activities related to merchandising to identify business opportunities and develop new category development plans.- Manage shopper KPIs analysis and understanding for the assigned projects.About You:
- Bachelor’s degree with 7-10 years of related experience- Proven experience in process and project management- Strong knowledge of Canadian Retail landscape- Strong knowledge of Category Management and Syndicated data- Strong Knowledge of Space Management Software- Budget Management Experience- Strong Knowledge of industry best practices- Working knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint & Word- Strong Knowledge of Ferrero Company, brands, strategy and Perfect Store Models Artificial Intelligence DisclosureAs part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.What We Offer: Careers with caring built in - discover our benefits here. The base compensation range for this position is $101,987 - 135,528. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time. In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.About Ferrero: Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.DE&I at Ferrero: Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.Find out more here. Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic. Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
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About Ferrero
Founded in 1946 by Pietro and Giovanni Ferrero, the Ferrero Group is a family-owned business in its third generation. It has been built by talented people who share a commitment towards continuous improvement to achieve the highest quality and care. This same commitment is put into everything we do for our consumers and characterizes the environment in which we operate. Some of the world’s most iconic confectionery products come from Ferrero, including Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, and Kinder Surprise®. Sold in more than 170 countries, our products are part of the collective memory and traditions of consumers all around the world; loved by generations. In 2015, we entered a new era of acquisitions. Since then, we have acquired several brands and businesses, including Fannie May, the confectionary division of Nestlé, and Eat Natural, expanding our footprint and product offering also into the healthy snack segment. The secret to our global success is our 38,767 employees across the world, all dedicated to delivering the care and quality to craft the business, the careers and the brands we are proud of. From the moment you join us, we make sure you can nurture your curiosity and natural abilities. We provide the resources you need to succeed personally and professionally in a diverse work environment that is multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding. In 2021, Ferrero was the confectionary company with the best reputation in the world, according to RepTrak. This achievement reflects our determination to bring consumers only the very best; an approach which is at the heart of everything we do. Our dedication to quality and excellence, our heritage and our family values, as well as our respect for the environment and the communities in which we work, are all seen in our desire to sustain and celebrate life’s special moments. Be part of it! Visit www.ferrerocareers.com to explore the opportunities Ferrero can offer when you craft your career with us.