V_labs is hiring a Global Commercial Head of Dehydrated Fruits and Vegetables to lead sales and marketing efforts for this category worldwide. In this role, you will drive the product's global strategy, develop new products, and build Go-To-Market plans rooted in a thorough understanding of market dynamics.

What You'll Do

Analyze data and insights to determine industry and consumer trends for the product and category.
Create and develop a strategic long-term plan for the development of the category.
Develop a Go-To-Market strategy for new products.
Build and drive relationships with key vendors to improve pricing and profitability across regions and products.
Collaborate with buyers and merchandisers to expand product categories.
Create forecasts for product demand to ensure sustainability of inventory.
Manage budget development and revenue for the category.
Develop strong working relationships with buying, marketing and merchandising teams.
Create strategy for the dehydrated category globally.
Ensure product availability at all times through accurate forecasting techniques.

What We're Looking For

Degree in Food Technology.
Fluent in English.
Global experience.
Proven Sales and marketing experience in the Food & Flavour industry internationally in a similar organisation.
Experienced in the Food Ingredients industry.
Technical exposure.
Detailed understanding of product development and management with a good grasp on Go-To-Market strategies.
At least 7 years of category / product management experience.
Solid knowledge of category management, marketing and sales principles.
Understanding of data analysis and forecasting methods.
Experience in Category Management in Flavours, Extracts/F&V Powders.