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In your role as Director, Category Strategy, you will create and direct the strategy and execution of the Frozen Foods category vision. You will own the deployment of shelving and assortment guidance for industry-leading brands like Eggo and MorningStar Farms. Centering the shopper and consumer, you’ll align with our customer’s priorities and build partnerships. Strategically position Kellanova brands to deliver on the total category strategy, drive top-line growth, and enhance bottom-line profitability. This hybrid role will sit in Chicago, IL with the expectation to be in the office Tuesday through Thursday.

Leverage your understanding, ideally in the Frozen Foods category, to strategize and reignite interest, drive aisle traffic, and create compelling category stories to drive sales. As an integral part of the Frozen Foods team, you will shape our success in-store and help us on our journey to be “The Best.”

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Category Strategy - Develop and drive the Category Strategy of a dynamic and diverse category. You’ll manage the translation of Frozen Foods Vision to customer-specific initiatives through a shopper-first lens. This includes the development, communication, and measurement of Perfect Shelf standards at retail (and Perfect Pallet in Club) to increase conversion at shelf. You will also play a critical role in our innovation strategy and deployment to ensure a comprehensive, end-to-end approach.

• Category Management - With a focus on creating the perfect shelf, you’ll own the process to identify Never Outs and Must Have assortment prioritization for the Frozen Foods category. You’ll manage the communication, enablement, and measurement of those recommendations, and work closely with your counterparts within the sales teams to deliver optimal category results.

• Driving Engagement - Through your strong partnership with your peers (Directors of Commercial Strategy, Innovation, Sales, Category Management, and Revenue Growth Management), you’ll establish discipline to provide the right pack in the right place for the right price.

  We’re Looking for Someone With

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred with strong experience in category strategy (frozen category experience is a plus).

• Experience utilizing syndicated data (including Nielsen or IRI) to make decisions and create persuasive recommendations.

• Strong technology skills with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.

• Extensive analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically.

• Previous people leadership experience is required, as this role will include direct reports.

• Strong communication skills as this is a cross-functional role and will be working closely with the sales team.

• Ability to create best-in-class selling stories and category direction. Solid presentation skills in front of customers and senior leadership to articulate category dynamics and how are brands can provide growth.

  What’s Next

  After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page (https://www.kellanovacareers.com/en/working-here/hiring-process.html) to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

  Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com .

  If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page (https://www.kellanovacareers.com/en/working-here/benefits.html) & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.

  Get to Know Us

  At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Crunchy Nut, among others.

  Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.

  Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

  We’re on a journey to be the best. You coming?

  Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here (https://www.kellanovacareers.com/en/our-impact/equity-diversity-and-inclusion.html) .