At JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS we are inspired by our belief that it’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee. We are driven by the vision that everyone deserves the coffee they love.

• You are, in close collaboration with the Marketing Director, responsible for developing and implementing the marketing strategy to meet the objectives of your categories.
• You are the driving force in establishing a clear brand vision & strategy that is translated into a solid AOP (Annual operation plan) and VCP (Value Creation plan).
• You are responsible for:
• Developing, implementing and following up on the AOP strategy & projects in close collaboration with Marketing Director and the global marketing team.
• Continuous follow up of your category P&L to ensure that business objectives are reached.
• Developing and implementing the complete marketing mix (4P’s) to generate growth
• Close collaboration with agencies (media as well as creative agencies) to develop highly successful and effective (activation) campaigns
• Analysing consumer research and market data as Nielsen/Gfk to understand potential business opportunities or to execute required corrective actions
• Developing and implementing a go-to-market plan, working with all departments (Sales, Finance, Shopper Marketing, Planning…) to execute activations or launch innovations
• Collaborating with international work groups (Category Teams, R&D, …) to develop your brands and categories within the defined strategic framework for the category
• You will be in charge of a team of 3 or 4 Brand Managers. You’ll be responsible for their daily coaching and development within the organization.

• Minimum of 7-10 years marketing experience in FMCG is required.
• You have a solid experience in all aspects of Marketing (incl. digital media) in a local role. Global experience is an asset.
• Strong communication skills are required to manage the business internally & externally.
• You have a clear drive for results and demonstrate a real ‘can do’ mentality.
• You have excellent analytical skills, allowing you to understand complex issues and shape ideas.
• Strong understanding of customer and consumer dynamics are required.
• You are a true team player; capable of driving the agenda both on a local and international level. This displaying organizational maturity and flexibility.
• You excel in positive energy and optimism.
• Role model of leadership skills and a proven successful experience in team coaching.
• Fluent in Dutch, French and English.

We are proud of our passionate, driven associates that challenge the status quo and pursue mastery in everything they do. Our goal is simple and ambitious – JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS: A coffee for every cup.

Working with us means you’ll be making an impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. We work as a team, celebrating success and supporting one another. Our associates work with a diverse group of like-minded people, in an innovative environment committed to doing the right thing – all across the world. What you do here will get noticed.

Interested?

If you are interested, please send your CV and cover letter regarding Emmeline Vandermersch.