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Global Senior Category Manager

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Bel
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Business Management, Business Analyst, Corporate Strategy
  • Business
    Business Management, Business Analyst, Corporate Strategy
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 160000 - 170000 USD Yearly USD 160000.00 170000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Global Senior Category Manager – Bel Group

Location:

Chicago, IL (Hybrid work). Country:
United States.

Contract:

Unlimited-term. Job .

Bel Group is a global leader in branded cheeses and a major player in the food industry through dairy, fruit and plant‑based products.

Overview

As a Global Senior Category Manager, you will shape and execute the global category growth strategy. You will work closely with the Global Category Growth Director and cross‑functional teams across regions to unlock growth opportunities and deliver value.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute the global category vision and growth strategy, collaborating with regional and local teams.
  • Lead strategic category initiatives: innovation launches, portfolio optimization, best practice sharing across markets.
  • Analyze market trends, consumer insights and competitive intelligence to identify growth opportunities.
  • Partner with marketing, sales and R&D to drive category growth projects from ideation to execution.
  • Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and business cases to senior management and external partners.
  • Track performance metrics, report on progress and recommend course corrections.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, agility and continuous improvement within the global category team.
Qualifications
  • 7+ years category management, marketing or commercial roles within FMCG or a related sector.
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills; synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities in a matrix and multicultural environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership potential and ability to influence across functions and geographies.
  • Fluent in English; additional languages a plus.
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, marketing or a related field.
Benefits
  • Base Salary: $160,000–$170,000.
  • Bonus Opportunity: 23%.
  • 401k, medical, dental, vision from Day One.
  • PTO days and more.
  • Hybrid work schedule in Chicago.
Why Join Us?
  • Part of a dynamic, purpose‑driven team shaping future categories globally.
  • High‑impact projects with exposure to senior leadership.
  • Career development in a supportive, international environment with growth opportunities.

Determined? Apply today. Kindly refer to the application button.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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