About

• This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Premier Nutrition: The Good Energy People. We are currently looking for a Category Leadership Manager in the United States.
• This role plays a vital part in driving category growth and market leadership within the convenient nutrition sector. You will lead the development and execution of go-to-market strategies, collaborating closely with sales teams and cross-functional partners to achieve volume and profitability targets. The position requires a strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is passionate about using data-driven insights to influence business decisions. With a blend of analytical rigor and creative problem-solving, this role helps shape customer engagement and elevate brand presence across multiple channels. The work environment promotes autonomy, collaboration, and a strong culture of connection and growth.

Accountabilities

• Lead development and delivery of go-to-market strategies, focusing on product assortment, pricing, promotion, placement, and new product introductions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and sales organizations to translate brand and category objectives into actionable customer-specific plans.
• Develop and automate reporting tools, dashboards, and category reviews to track sales KPIs, monitor competition, and provide actionable insights.
• Oversee production of category selling materials and presentations, facilitating alignment with retail partners and deployment of shopper test-and-learn initiatives.
• Serve as the category expert by continuously analyzing market trends, competitive dynamics, and shopper behavior to guide strategy and growth.
• Assist in planning and executing sales meetings, quarterly reviews, and act as the voice of sales within cross-functional teams.
• Travel 20-25% to engage with customers and support field sales teams.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in category management, sales strategy, or related fields.
• Proficiency with syndicated and shopper data sources (e.g., Circana, Numerator, Mintel, Scintilla).
• Experience with JDA or Apollo systems preferred.
• Strong analytical and storytelling skills, able to communicate complex data clearly and persuasively.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to operate both at a high-level vision and detailed execution.
• Growth mindset with intellectual curiosity and ability to influence stakeholders across teams.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment with flexibility for remote work and in-office collaboration.
• Competitive salary range of $115,000 to $140,000 based on experience and location.
• Year-round half-day Fridays and generous PTO including 11 holidays.
• 6% 401(k) match after one year of service.
• Hybrid work model with 2-3 days in-office expected for Northern California employees; remote options considered.
• Bonus-eligible position.
• Free lunches twice a week, snacks, and shakes provided onsite.
• Wellness initiatives including workout time during work hours and company-paid gym memberships.
• Family-friendly policies including extended paid parental leave.
• Fun and inclusive culture with frequent team-building events, flexible dress code, and pet-friendly office days.
• Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.
• When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
• 🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
• 📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
• 🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
• 🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.
• The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.
• Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.
• Thank you for your interest!
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