General Mills

Sr. Category Manager

General Mills

Minneapolis, MN, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelMasters
Job Description

At General Mills, we’re passionate about nourishing lives with wholesome and delicious food. As a company, we strive to find innovative solutions that will have a lasting impact on our customers. We are currently seeking a creative, results-driven Sr. Category Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of the food industry, including trends, regulations, and competitors, combined with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. A successful Sr. Category Manager will have a passion for strategy development, analytics, and the ability to drive growth.As a Sr. Category Manager, you will play a key role in driving the long-term success of our organization. You will have the opportunity to work with a team of passionate professionals who are committed to making a difference in the lives of our customers.

Responsibilities:

  1. Develop strategies to increase market share and revenue for General Mills
  2. Analyze market trends, regulations, and competitors to identify new opportunities
  3. Use analytical and problem-solving skills to identify areas of improvement for existing products and services
  4. Develop and implement innovative solutions to drive growth
  5. Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute short- and long-term plans
  6. Identify and develop new partnerships and sales channels
  7. Manage key relationships with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders
  8. Monitor performance metrics and analyze data to develop actionable insights
  9. Stay current on industry trends and best practices
  10. Manage budgets and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
Where is this job?
This job is located at Minneapolis, MN, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Excellent Communication And Presentation Skills

  • Knowledge Of Cpg Industry

  • Strong Analytical Skills

  • Proven Experience Developing And Managing Successful Category Strategies

  • Proficiency With Microsoft Office Suite

  • Understanding Of Shopper Insights And Consumer Trends

  • Ability To Develop Relationships With Key Customers

  • Ability To Work Independently And Collaboratively

Required Skills
  • Budgeting

  • Strategic Planning

  • Project Management

  • Communication

  • Marketing

  • Forecasting

  • Negotiation

  • Decision Making

  • Merchandising

  • Analytics

  • Pricing

  • Team Leadership

  • Risk assessment

  • Resource management

  • Vendor Relations

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Conflict Resolution

  • Decision Making

  • Leadership

  • Problem Solving

  • Time management

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • Critical thinking

  • Teamwork

  • Adaptability

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Sr. Category Manager in Minneapolis, MN, USA is $80,000 - $120,000. This range may vary depending on experience, qualifications, and other factors.

Additional Information
General Mills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedAugust 29th, 2023
Apply BeforeMay 22nd, 2025
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About General Mills

General Mills operates grocery stores, mass merchandisers, membership stores, natural food chains, and drug, dollar and discount chains, and offers products in more than 100 markets around the world. Products include cereals, yogurt, snack bars, soup, dry dinners, frozen vegetables, refrigerated and frozen dough products, dessert and baking mixes, frozen pizza and pizza snacks, fruit snacks, savory snacks, pet food, and a wide variety of organic foods across categories.

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