- Location
- KYIV GENERAL OFFICE, Ukraine
- Workplace
- Remote, Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Sales Operations & Market Strategy
- Seniority
- Senior
- Industry
- Consumer Goods
- Category
- Sales
- Role type
- Individual Contributor
- Environment
- Office
- Source
- Workday
Overview
This role focuses on driving category growth strategies for P&G brands in the Ukrainian market. You'll become the local expert on customer channels, build winning plans for core and innovation portfolios, and lead Enhanced Business Planning cycles. Responsibilities include elevating in-store standards, implementing trade budgets, and delivering sales growth. The position requires proven sales leadership experience, strong analytical skills, and fluency in English and Ukrainian. You'll work in a hybrid environment with a balance of remote work and office collaboration.
Description
Job Location
KYIV GENERAL OFFICEJob Description
Join P&G’s Sales Operations & Market Strategy Team as Senior Category Manager
Are you ready to take your career to new heights? We’re seeking a passionate Senior Category Manager to lead category growth strategies for our brands in Ukraine. In this role, you’ll become the local expert on customer channels and categories, shaping winning plans that drive sales and market share—and influencing the Central Europe commercial model.
What You’ll Do
Own Market & Category Expertise: become the go-to authority on channel dynamics and customer needs in the Ukrainian market.
Build Winning Plans: develop robust strategies for both core and innovation portfolios, aligning business goals with consumer insights.
Lead Enhanced Business Planning (EBP): drive the EBP cycle, partnering with sales teams to ensure flawless execution.
Elevate In-Store Standards: define and implement “must-have” display and merchandising excellence to improve shelf impact.
Implement Trade Budgets: manage and optimize spend across Distribution, Shelving, Displays, and Promotions.
Deliver Sales Growth: champion initiatives that boost net sales and expand brand market share.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Private healthcare, life insurance, lunch subsidy,
Career Progression: Regular salary reviews and promotion opportunities based on your performance.
Continuous Development: On-the-job training, one-on-one mentoring, and immersive classroom programs.
Hybrid Flexibility: Balance remote work with collaboration days at our Kyiv office.
Job Qualifications
Who You Are
Proven Sales Leader: previous experience in Sales, Key Account Management, Category Management, or Trade Marketing.
Analytical Problem solver: strong data-driven approach with the ability to turn insights into actionable plans.
Global Mindset: experience collaborating in a multinational environment, handling cross-functional projects.
Skilled Negotiator: expert in consultative selling, building partnerships, and closing deals.
Strategic Planner: able to design and implement multi-layered plans while anticipating and mitigating risks.
Resilient Closer: confident in handling objections and driving agreements to completion.
Language Proficiency: fluent in English and Ukrainian (written and verbal).
Please submit your CV in English!
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