Category Manager, Breakfast

We are proud to represent Kellogg’s. With iconic brands that have been part of the lives of generations, we’re excited to be part of creating better days for people and communities around the world._

We are a global powerhouse in cereals and snacks and we make some of Australia’s favourite foods. Our iconic brands include Nutri-Grain, Special K, Sultana Bran and Coco Pops, LCMs, KTime and Pringles. We continue to innovate and stay close to our customers to remain on top of the game

As Category Manager Breakfast you’re responsible for developing the Breakfast category & customer strategy for our Growth Channels (Independent, Specialty, Discounter & eCommerce), whilst also being accountable for the creation, delivery and execution of the 5P’s. Partnering cross functionally across our business (Account Management, Marketing, R&D) you will help unlock opportunity within these channels. You will do this via the generation of channel, category & shopper insights that will assist in creating a strategy for growth for us to execute on.

Play a key role in defining success and results in this channel which will in turn provide a springboard for further career development opportunities

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Key responsibilities include:_**
- Generate channel, category and shopper insights in order to create a strategy that drives the activities required for growth across our Growth Channels
- Aligning our Customer and Kellogg category visions, growth drivers, strategies to win, objectives and success metrics (volume, $, share and profit)
- RGM lead for cereal in Growth Channels which includes trade/promotional strategy, execution, adherence and investment rate by customer/brand
- Supporting the range reviews and planning day in partnership with the relevant National Business Managers and key stakeholders, externalising strategic direction on range reviews and planning days
- Involvement in Category-related strategic projects
- Involvement in commercial innovation projects

This is a pivotal and high-profile role in our business. To get the balance right, we’re looking for a highly Commercial individual with experience within Category Management or Account Management from the FMCG industry. Someone who understands the mechanics behind price who can also think strategically and play a role in driving category thought leadership to realise future growth ambitions. Your communication and presentation skills will be second to none with the ability to present cases persuasively. Someone who can build and sustain strong relationships with external and internal stakeholders to ensure we’re creating win/win outcomes.

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Benefits, culture & company:_**
We’re a company that makes great food and we hire great people
Since first establishing in Australia in 1924, we have grown as an organisation and whilst our range of products has expanded our over-arching goal is still the same, to nourish with our foods.
Our K values (integrity & respect, accountability, passion, simplicity, success and humility and hunger) shape our Kellogg culture and guide the way the business is run.
We offer our employees competitive salaries including performance related bonuses and incentives, free on-site car parking for office days and half day Fridays year-round We are flexible in our approach to flex’ which means we’re not determining which or how many days you are in the office or at home, it’s about what works best for you & your functional team. Our well-being benefits are varied with offerings to suit everybody at every stage in your life - they include a well-being allowance and 3 x ‘Being at your best days’ annually - which are three days of leave to focus on your well-being.
As an individual you can grow and develop your career with the support of your Manager and development programs. The benefit of a global organization is you can take your career off-shore.
Kellogg (Aust) Pty Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer that aims to provide an inclusive work environment involving everyone and embracing the diverse talent of its people.