Pasadena ,California

This Fortune 100 consumer packaged goods company competes in one of the highest profile and most vibrant categories in the industry. The company owns some of the best known brands in the world.

The Category Manager provides leadership and guidance to the sales teams to ensure sales metrics are achieved. Demonstrates strong knowledge of the customer, the marketplace, competitors and categories. Turns that knowledge into insight and actionable conclusions, and knows how to package and sell those ideas to others! Ensures that learning's are captured and incorporated into business strategy and future customer business plans. Responsible for the training, development and motivation of direct reports and corresponding guidance to indirect reports.

The Category Manager is accountable for building a knowledge base and insights around the relevant categories. Leverages that insight and fact base to bring unique value added to ongoing customer negotiations and highlight customer based business opportunities. Is challenged with solving complex business issues and is counted upon to drive opportunity based programs with customers. Uses customer base information and facts to influence decision-making and program execution. Responsible for building rapport with customer, leading with insights that establishes trust and a partnering environment

• The position requires previous experience as a category manager in the consumer packaged goods industry.