Category Manager (m/w/d)

This is more than a job - it is an opportunity to make an impact on yourself, others, and the planet!

Bonduelle is an international family-owned company with 10,000 employees, supplying vegetables to more than 100 countries and working with 2,000 independent farming partners.

We firmly believe that a plant-rich diet is key to improving people’s well-being and the health of our planet. Convinced that we have an important role to play in this transition, we have set ourselves the following mission: “We inspire the transition toward a plant-rich diet to contribute to the well-being of people and the health of our planet.”

Since 2024, Bonduelle DACH Northern Europe has proudly been B Corp certified. We grow our products sustainably, process and market them responsibly, make plant-based foods more accessible to everyone, and create a positive economic and social impact for our employees and communities.

At Bonduelle, people are at the heart of everything we do. The size of our organization provides employees with opportunities to grow, work independently, and take ownership of their own projects. As an international company, we offer a wide range of responsibilities and career opportunities across the globe.

We are a sales organization based in Reutlingen, Germany, responsible for the German-speaking markets of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. In addition, we work closely with our office in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, which is responsible for the Benelux region, the Nordic countries, and the United Kingdom.

To strengthen our Sales Team, we are looking for a:

Category Manager (m/f/d)

Full-time

In this role, you will translate Bonduelle’s vision and strategy into impactful category management concepts and support the sustainable development of our ambient vegetable category. Together with our retail partners, you will develop data-driven growth strategies and strengthen our position as a trusted Category Partner in the market.

What you can expect

• You develop and implement Bonduelle’s Category Vision and actively contribute to the strategic growth of our product categories, with a focus on the German market and selected initiatives in Austria.
• You leverage market, shopper, and category insights (e.g., NielsenIQ, Circana, and ad hoc research) to develop customer-specific growth strategies across innovation, assortment, shelf optimization, pricing, and promotions.
• You analyze and translate data, trends, and insights into compelling category development plans and strategic recommendations.
• You lead assortment optimization projects and develop data-driven recommendations for our retail partners.
• As the internal category expert, you support and advise cross-functional teams with in-depth analyses and market knowledge.
• Together with Sales, Marketing, and Revenue Growth Management, you create compelling category stories, customer presentations, and strategic concepts.
• You proactively identify market and shopper trends and derive opportunities and recommendations for Bonduelle and its customers.

What you bring

• At least three years of professional experience in Category Management or a comparable field, ideally within FMCG, retail, or market research.
• A successfully completed degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a comparable qualification.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations.
• Advanced Excel skills, as well as experience in data analysis and reporting.
• Solid knowledge of NielsenIQ and/or Circana methodologies and tools. Experience with household panel data (e.g., YouGov or Nielsen Homescan) is an advantage.
• Good understanding of the German FMCG retail landscape and a passion for consumer goods, food, and retail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills combined with professional stakeholder management.
• A structured, self-driven working style, while enjoying collaboration in cross-functional teams and bringing solid project management capabilities.
• Fluent German and English language skills, both written and spoken.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within Germany and to our Eindhoven office in the Netherlands.

What we offer

• A diverse and responsible position with one of Europe’s leading food brands.
• An international working environment with an open and appreciative company culture.
• The opportunity to actively shape the development of a strategically important product category.
• Room for initiative, innovative ideas, and personal growth.
• Flexible working hours and the possibility to work predominantly remotely.
• Attractive benefits such as bike leasing, a contribution to the Germany Ticket, and additional employee perks.
• A company that genuinely lives sustainability, responsibility, and collaboration.

Diversity is part of who we are at Bonduelle. That is why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that bringing together people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives helps us build a workforce that truly reflects the world around us.

All qualified applicants (m/f/d) will be considered for employment regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Does this sound like the right challenge for you?

Then become part of our passionate, dynamic and international Bonduelle community and apply with your complete application documents, stating your earliest possible starting date, via our applicant portal. Please submit your application documents in English, as this is an international role.

BDG GmbH

Human Resources, Marie Schütz

Am Heilbrunnen 136/138, 72766 Reutlingen