Role OverviewThe Category Development Director will lead the process, operating model, and discipline behind how the company identifies, evaluates, and develops market opportunities that drive growth and margin expansion. This role partners with cross-functional leaders to orchestrate commercial alignment and ensure the organization operates with a shared market vision.
What You Will Do
The Director will lead the long-term Category/Business/Channel Strategy process and the short-term business development engine, ensuring functional owners retain full decision rights. The role owns the process, frameworks, cadence, and integration that align the enterprise.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The successful candidate will embody and actively demonstrate the company values, take initiative, and excel at leading without authority. They will be highly organized, capable of managing multiple projects, and build processes that enable better, faster, more aligned decision-making.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred
- 7+ years in category development, insights, RGM, brand/marketing, or commercial strategy
- Strong track record of cross-functional leadership in a matrix environment
- Exceptional strategic thinking, communication, and storytelling capability
- Proficiency with syndicated data and insight platforms
- Strong business acumen; experience in multi-channel food industries preferred
Benefits
- Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage
- Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays
- 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
- Base salary range of $127,000-$180,000
- Incentive Pay: eligible to participate in the Company's annual bonus plan
- Career Development: continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth
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