Senior Category Manager

Job Location
KYIV GENERAL OFFICE
Job Description
Join P&G’s Sales Operations & Market Strategy Team as Senior Category Manager
Are you ready to take your career to new heights? We’re seeking a passionate Senior Category Manager to lead category growth strategies for our brands in Ukraine. In this role, you’ll become the local expert on customer channels and categories, shaping winning plans that drive sales and market share—and influencing the Central Europe commercial model.
What You’ll Do
Own Market & Category Expertise: become the go-to authority on channel dynamics and customer needs in the Ukrainian market.
Build Winning Plans: develop robust strategies for both core and innovation portfolios, aligning business goals with consumer insights.
Lead Enhanced Business Planning (EBP): drive the EBP cycle, partnering with sales teams to ensure flawless execution.
Elevate In-Store Standards: define and implement “must-have” display and merchandising excellence to improve shelf impact.
Implement Trade Budgets: manage and optimize spend across Distribution, Shelving, Displays, and Promotions.
Deliver Sales Growth: champion initiatives that boost net sales and expand brand market share.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Private healthcare, life insurance, lunch subsidy,
Career Progression: Regular salary reviews and promotion opportunities based on your performance.
Continuous Development: On-the-job training, one-on-one mentoring, and immersive classroom programs.
Hybrid Flexibility: Balance remote work with collaboration days at our Kyiv office.
Job Qualifications
Who You Are
Proven Sales Leader: previous experience in Sales, Key Account Management, Category Management, or Trade Marketing.
Analytical Problem solver: strong data-driven approach with the ability to turn insights into actionable plans.
Global Mindset: experience collaborating in a multinational environment, handling cross-functional projects.
Skilled Negotiator: expert in consultative selling, building partnerships, and closing deals.
Strategic Planner: able to design and implement multi-layered plans while anticipating and mitigating risks.
Resilient Closer: confident in handling objections and driving agreements to completion.
Language Proficiency: fluent in English and Ukrainian (written and verbal).
P&G is committed to fair pay, transparent compensation principles, and a diverse and inclusive workplace. The stated salary range applies to this role and is established using objective criteria, such as job scope, level, and relevant market benchmarks. The final offer within this range will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications.
At P&G, salaries are based on a comprehensive evaluation process including relevant experience and qualifications credited within our salary ranges. Total rewards may include base salary, variable compensation (where applicable), and benefits. As part of our commitment to provide a superior employee experience, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that contributes to employees feeling Valued and Rewarded.
Compensation is reviewed regularly and may evolve based on performance, impact, role scope, and market range changes, in line with company policy and local regulations, with future earning potential extending beyond the posted range depending on impact.
*Subject to applicable taxes
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Job Schedule
Full time
Job Number
R000152585
Job Segmentation
Experienced Professionals
Starting Pay / Salary Range
118,300.00 - 183,600.00 / month

Skills
Account Management