Category Marketing Director

JOB SUMMARY:

Take responsibility for developing objectives, strategizing, and overseeing the implementation of Marketing plans for the product categories, based on continuous analysis and evaluation of brand, market, and consumer psychology. The goal is to achieve long-term revenue, profit, and development targets for the product categories.

Screen, consolidate, and gather proposals from SBM/BM (related to strategies and plans of the product categories) before finalizing them with higher-level management.

Support the CMO in handling policy-related issues, processes, risk management, and organizational matters within the Marketing Department.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop short-term and long-term Marketing strategies for the product categories within the scope of responsibility, aligned with the company's overall business strategy.

Establish the annual AOP plans for the assigned product categories, including revenue, production, profit, and market share targets.

Build and develop brand structure strategies, brand positioning, and conduct research for new products and packaging that serve the business objectives of the product categories within the scope of responsibility.

Organize, assign, and guide SBM/BM in planning, implementing, and evaluating the annual Marketing programs for each brand within the assigned product categories. Ensure adherence to the established development strategy and achievement of the product categories and brands objectives. Analyze reports and performance results to propose solutions and programs that promote goal achievement and address competitive activities.

Allocate and manage the budget resources of the assigned product categories effectively and efficiently.

Provide direction and guidance on the selection and management of suppliers, ensuring their compliance with the company's standards and criteria and maximizing their effectiveness.

Responsible for organizing and overseeing the implementation of Marketing programs according to the plan.

Monitor and evaluate the risk management situation of the Marketing Department, prepare monitoring and evaluation reports according to company regulations, and propose corrective actions.

Propose and participate in the development of company-level control documents related to Marketing activities, such as regulations and policies. Lead the development of operational guidelines for the Marketing Department, including processes and job instructions.

Build, develop, and train the Marketing team members within the assigned product categories.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

University degree in Economics, Marketing, Business Administration.

Master's degree preferred in Economics, Marketing, Business Administration.

EXPERIENCE:

8-10 years of practical management experience in Marketing within multinational companies or large-scale dairy, food, or fast-moving consumer goods companies.

Minimum 2-3 years of equivalent position experience or 4-5 years of experience working in senior management positions in brand marketing and advertising.

Experience in strategic planning, marketing planning, and brand management.

Extensive knowledge of the dairy and fast-moving consumer goods industries.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Ability to develop strategic plans.

Ability to oversee the implementation of established strategies.

Strong analytical skills and sound decision-making ability.

High level of creativity and continuous improvement mindset.

Leadership skills for developing and training subordinate staff.

Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication skills to build effective internal and external relationships and influence towards common goals.

Knowledge and experience in business management, marketing, sales, and finance.

Strategic vision.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Good English communication skills.

Proficient in office computer skills.

Strategic thinking.

Strong analytical and organizational skills.

High teamwork spirit.

Enthusiastic and proactive work attitude.

Ability to work under high pressure.

APPLICATION: Apply directly through the job posting or send an updated CV via email to [Confidential Information].

*** Please note that only qualified profiles will receive a reply and be contacted for an interview due to the large number of applications Vinamilk receives. Thanks for your attention and application!