Category Planning and Activation Manager

Bajaj Electricals Limited
JOB ROLE Category Planning and Activation ManagerJOB IDJRO1031REPORTING TONational Trade Marketing ManagerTYPE OF ROLEIndividual ContributorLOCATIONCorporate Office, Mumbai. BU/ DIVISIONChannel Marketing & Sales StrategyJOB PURPOSECategory Planning and Activation Manager is responsible for developing and implementing category strategies to drive business growthKEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Category Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive category strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Market Analysis: Conduct market research, consumer insights, and competitive analysis to drive growth and innovation.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams (Sales, R&D, creative, and media agencies) to increase brand awareness and market share.
• New Product Development: Identify and develop new product opportunities with R&D.
• Channel-Specific Plans: Create growth and communication plans for specific channels.
• Asset Development: Develop point-of-sale materials, visibility, and merchandise.
• Market and Competitor Analysis: Analyze market and competitor trends to identify business opportunities.
• Consumer and Shopper Insights: Understand consumer and shopper behavior to identify trends.
• Category forecast & planning: Actively engage with sales team & supply chain in forecast planning of active, slow moving, phased out lines for the category

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONSMasters degree
WORK EXPERIENCE

• 5-10 years of experience in category management, marketing, or sales
• FMCG or FMCD marketing experience, with brand deployment and new product development expertise.

CERTIFICATIONSNA PREFERRED/ ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTNANO OF REPORTEESNAINTERNAL / EXTERNAL INTERFACE

• CP Channel Marketing
• Supply Chain Management
• Advertising and Brand Management
• Product Management
• Sales Development

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Think Beyond
• Put Customers First
• Collaborate to Win
• Develop Talent
• Be the Best
• Be Agile

Disclaimer: Bajaj Electricals Limited (BEL) offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. BEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.