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.

What’s it like to work at JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS?

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.

In your role as Global Category Marketing Specialist(Roast Whole Coffee Beans (RWB) and Roast & Ground Coffee (R&G) your primary responsibilites are:

• Support the Category Team with a deep market / consumer data and dynamics understanding to identify and define Value Creation platforms
• Lead and drive specific innovation projects for both categories globally
• Drive digital innovation and content in collaboration with e-commerce and digital media teams.
• Actively contribute to Category Management & Shelf Navigation project
• Support countries to realize in market success of RWB initiatives against set targets and to drive scale

To be successful in this role, you will need a Master’s degree, preferably in Marketing. You will have 4 years of professional expertise in a commercial / marketing role within the FMCG industry. Also you will have the following experience under your belt:

• Relevant innovation and/or business development experience;
• Digital marketing/digital content marketing experience;
• Marketing and Shopper Insight experience;
• Business Development/Sales experience;
• Profound project management experience;
• Knowledge of Finance processes.

Competencies

Simplicity: “Breaks down complexity and provides clear and consistent messages”

Entrepreneurship: “Running the business as an owner and a partner”

Accountability: “Taking charge and focusing others”

Discipline: “Driving operational and financial excellence”