The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy fruit and plant-based products and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow Kiri Babybel Boursin Nurishh PomPotes and GoGo squeeZ as well as some 30 local brands. Together these brands helped the Group generate sales of 3.74 billion in 2024.
Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process Then Bel is made for you!
Are you bold pragmatic and determined Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project!
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LOCATION AND START DATE
Permanent contract to be filled as soon as possible
Location: Suresnes (92) Bel Group headquarters
MAIN DUTIES
Within theGoGosqueeZ Global Innovation Teamyoullhelp define and execute strategic innovations to grow the brands footprint volume and impact. You will report directly to the Senior Innovation Group Manager. As the voice of consumers you willlead innovation and renovation projects from ideation to launchin close partnership with country teams R&D and our production sites.
DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES
Market dynamics
Track consumer category and retailer trends toidentifykey business opportunities within the better-for-you snacks
Analyze consumer needs build analysis of NPDs and competitive environment in keys markets
Analyze panels and gather insights to better understand the market dynamics and to fuel the innovation pipeline
Portfolio & innovation strategy
Contribute to the innovation strategy addressing top business opportunities and challenges
In a Glocal context support the local markets in executing the innovation strategy fostering synergies and ensuring business relevance CSRperformanceand P&L management
Support the Activity Management activities to ensure best in class project execution
Innovation &RenovationProject Management
Lead key innovation and renovation projects coordinating cross-functional teams and activities including R&D Supply Chain Operations. Partner closely with key markets to ensure best-in-class execution and time-to-market
Lead the development of key packaging projects (DesignCSR..) from brand architecture conformity to graphic design process execution working closely with the internal teams: Equity Regulatory Supply and external partners: research design agencies
This position is based in Suresnes to the west of Paris with access via tram T2 (Suresnes Longchamp stop) and several bus lines.
YOUR ASSETS: Could this be you
You are a graduate of a business or marketing school (Masters degree) and have between 3 and 6 years of experience in marketing and brand management of consumer have several years of experience managing innovation projects.
You are fluent in both English and French.
Skills:
Drive and accelerate transformation dare to innovate collaborate unconditionally and demonstrate agility and resilience
Strong data analysis skills especially regarding consumers retailers categories and P&L management
Excellent project management skills for leading innovation pipelines: agile methods managing complexity accelerating launches
Ability to identify and highlight product value drivers to create positive innovation or renovation (nutrition sourcing packaging resources etc.)
OUR ADVANTAGES
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Required Experience:
Manager