Category Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 11, 2026. Essity scores A on the Alion truth index.
Category Manager (Fixed-Term)
For the Italian Sales & Marketing headquarters of Legnano (Milan), we are looking for a passionate Category Manager to join the Customer Marketing Department. In this role you will focus on Italy objectives across Personal Care category by improving retailer category performance and ensuring Essity delivers on its goals.
If you are someone who embodies our values, enjoys challenging the status quo, and thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we would love to meet you.
Please note the following announcement is for a Fixed-Term Contract of 12 months.
About the Role
As a Category Manager, you will work on International Brand like TENA®, Nuvenia®, Tempo® e Demak'Up® closely with our Customer Marketing Manager in defining category plans and implementing category management for an area (product category and/or customer) with lower complexity and/or lower strategic importance to execute the country/regional category management priorities.
What You Will Do
- Deliver range review recommendations to assigned customers
- Develop shelf approach recommendations based on data and insights, and build planograms for our partner clients
- Support Sales proactively in defining customer strategies and advising them on what to do for the categories managed
- Develop support material for innovation and key activities (folders, teasers, displays, pop material, in-store communication and Shopper and Customized Activities)
- Prepare and present Business Reviews, Action Plans and Projects with high visibility at all levels of the company (Top management, Marketing, Sales)
- Cascade monthly reports (tracking market, brands, retailer performances, causes and effects) to the Business Unit
- Assist the team in the Business Planning Cycle
Who You Are
- University Degree in Economics, Marketing or equivalent field of study
- At least 1year of experience in a similar role (Consulting, Controlling, Analytical Marketing), preferably in a Complex FMCG Company
- Fluency in both English and Italian language
- Familiarity with Nielsen tools and database (or IRI) and Excel
- Strong data analysis skills and ability to summarize effectively
- Team Collaboration and good communication skills
- Proactivity in leading multiple projects at the same time
What We can offer You
- Fixed-Term Employment contract of 12 months
- Gross annual salary starting from € 35.000, in accordance with the applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL) for the Paper Industry, Level B2
- Variable bonus (PdR), paid based on the achievement of agreed targets
- Meal Vouchers 8€/day
- Company car and reimbursement of business-related expenses
- Structured onboarding program and continuous on-the-job training to support smooth integration and professional growth
- Opportunity to join a solid, dynamic and international company that is constantly evolving and strongly focused on innovation
Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being of people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere.
This job posting is open to applications from all genders (Law 903/77 and Legislative Decree 198/06) and to individuals of any age, nationality, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or other characteristics protected by law. We do not discriminate in relation to access or treatment during the selection process.