CATEGORY MANAGER-GLOBAL CLIENT Category Marketing Manager and motivated leader needed for a leading bakery provider.  Our client is a highly growth-oriented company with a values-oriented culture poised for continued growth throughout North America.  Here are some position highlights: Execution with Excellence – Develops annual business plans, secure buy-in cross functionally and from senior management and executes such plans on time and on budget. Manages all aspects of the marketing mix: product, packaging, pricing, promotion, merchandising and advertising. Innovation/Growth – Identifies and develops innovative programs to drive growth in the portfolio Analysis, Accountability for Results – Analyzes category performance and understands drivers of performance, recommending corrective action proactively when required. Has full P&L ownership. Manages A&P budgets, optimizing spending while adhering to approved budget Communication/Effective Team Player – Works in close partnership with the Customer Marketing Directors to ensure flawless execution of developed programs. Develops exceptional cross functional relationships to ensure overall commitment to portfolio Strategy Development – Develops 5 year category/brand strategy to deliver corporate share and growth objectives The successful candidate must have a proven track record in the following: Designing, executing and delivering marketing strategies on time and within budget Executing and managing multiple advertising promotions resulting in successful results and growth in various portfolios and delivering results according to P&L Working flawlessly in executing projects with team members and strengthening/building strong teams The successful candidate will also have: 7-10 years marketing experience (some in sales) University/college degree – preferably in business or marketing Entrepreneurial and creative Knowledge of Food Business Strategic thinker, analytical Works well independently and in teams Strong Communicator – verbal and written Organized & disciplined Strong Project Management skills Research experience preferred Can work under pressure in fast paced environment Strong computer skills – MS Office, Excel, Powerpoint, Cognos ideally Moderate travel required, up to 25%. Interested applicants may forward resumes to Lisa Klein, lklein@karispartners.com.  Karis Partners is an Affiliate of Flex Execs Management Solutions Back to Job List