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Category Manager

On-site in Beniparrell·Added 2 months ago (last checked 13 Oct)

Importaco

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Beniparrell
English
Required
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

Education & certifications

  • University degree in Business Administration and Management, Marketing, Economics, or related fields, preferably obtained from a British university or an internationally recognized institution.

  • Additional training in data analysis and category management will be valued.

Languages

  • Advanced level of English.

  • Other languages are a plus.

  • Positive attitude: We are looking for people eager to learn, grow, and contribute new ideas.

  • Team commitment: We want someone who values collaboration and teamwork.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Immediate incorporation: Join a team committed to development and innovation.

  • Stability and growth: Real opportunities for advancement within the company.

  • Continuous training: Constant support for your professional development.

  • Dynamic environment: An atmosphere where change and continuous improvement drive us forward.

If you are looking for a growth opportunity and want to be part of a committed team, click 'Apply' and start your new professional challenge with us!

The role

If you are a dynamic, proactive person with a desire to develop professionally in a growth environment, this is your opportunity!

Develop expansion strategies for the nuts and dried fruits category as a strategic element of customer relations. Lead the management and optimization of the category portfolio in strategic markets such as Germany, France, and Belgium, ensuring sustainable sales growth and profitability through strategic analysis and identification of market opportunities.

What you'll do

  • Develop value propositions and category development plans for strategic customers and potential distributors.

  • Analyze category performance and propose corrective actions.

  • Support the launch of new products and promotions in collaboration with the Innovation, Marketing, and Sales teams.

  • Report on results and propose improvement initiatives.

  • Present periodic reports on category performance to management.

  • Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business objectives.

  • Lead portfolio management, improving efficiency and identifying market gaps to ensure optimal performance.

  • Participate, alongside the Sales department, in developing strategies that drive category growth.

  • Identify, in collaboration with the Market Intelligence department, growth trends and opportunities.

  • Detect growth and expansion opportunities aligned with company objectives and market trends.

  • Coordinate promotional actions and product launches.

  • Collaborate with teams from different areas to integrate safety criteria into daily operations.

Technical knowledge

  • Advanced knowledge of market analysis and category management.

  • Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Power BI, Nielsen, or Kantar.

  • Proficiency in presentation tools such as Canva and PowerPoint.

  • Experience in planning and executing commercial strategies.

About Importaco

Importaco is a Spanish food and beverage group headquartered in Beniparrell, Valencia. The company is a major player in the production and distribution of nuts, dried fruits, and bottled water, operating across the entire value chain from sourcing and processing to packaging and logistics. With a strong industrial footprint in Spain and international operations, Importaco is a significant employer in the agri-food sector.

In Spain, Importaco operates several production plants in the Valencia region, including facilities in Beniparrell, Carlet, and Chella, where it produces its own brands of bottled water (such as Agua de Cortes) and processes nuts and dried fruits. The company is known for its vertically integrated operations and its commitment to quality and food safety. For international professionals, Importaco offers opportunities in industrial engineering, quality control, and production management, with roles that require a hands-on approach and integration into a well-established Spanish family business.

Industry
Food
Founded
1939
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Beniparrell, Spain
In Spain
Beniparrell, Carlet, Chella

Good to know if you are moving

  • Importaco is a family-owned Spanish company, which can offer a more stable and long-term oriented work environment compared to multinationals.
  • The company operates in the food industry, with production plants in the Valencia region, offering opportunities in industrial engineering, quality control, and maintenance.
  • Working at Importaco means integrating into a local Spanish work culture, where Spanish is the primary working language.
  • The group has international operations, which may offer opportunities for internal mobility in the future.
  • As a major producer of private-label food products, Importaco offers experience in a highly competitive and quality-driven sector.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Importaco, we are a growing company specialized in offering innovative, sustainable, and high-quality solutions. Our team is made up of people passionate about what they do, and we are looking for someone like you to join us.

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