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Senior Category Manager

Bangalore Urban Permanent View Job Description
Drive category marketing, portfolio strategy, innovation, and market development initiatives for the food business in India. Partner closely with commercial, product, and leadership teams to identify growth opportunities, support sales, and build market-leading solutions.
  • Lead B2B category marketing and strategy for ingredients company
  • High visibility role partnering with commercial, R&D and leadership teams

About Our Client

Our client is a leading organization in the food ingredients and nutrition space.

Job Description

  • Develop and execute category growth strategies for the food business.
  • Drive portfolio management, pricing analysis, and innovation initiatives.
  • Conduct market, consumer, and competitive analysis to identify opportunities.
  • Partner with sales teams to strengthen category positioning and go-to-market plans.
  • Create category insights, trend reports, presentations, and sales tools.
  • Support internal and external communications while influencing key stakeholders.

The Successful Applicant

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in category management and B2B marketing.
  • Experience within food ingredients, flavors, nutrition, FMCG, or related sectors.
  • Strong commercial acumen combined with analytical capabilities.
  • Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and cross-functional projects.
  • MBA preferred with strong communication and presentation skills.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work with a highly regarded global organization.
  • Exposure to global stakeholders and category leadership initiatives.
  • Strong career progression opportunities within a growing business.
  • Opportunity to influence innovation and strategic growth agendas.
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JN-092026-7106797

Job summary

Function
Marketing
Sub Sector
Category / Brand / Product Management
What is your area of specialisation?
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Bangalore Urban
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-092026-7106797

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.