Category Manager

Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

• $95,000 - $130,000*
• Wellness rewards to fund your HRA or HSA
• Paid holidays, time off, parental and other leaves
• Financial protection benefits such as life, AD&D and disability insurance, and 401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions
• Education Support (for example, tuition reimbursement, Chairman's Scholarship, 529 College Savings Plan)
• Broad Based Employee Award Program-value sharing plan for all employees with one year of service
• Employee Assistance Program and much more!

*The range provided is based on cost of living/geography and what we believe is reasonable in the market at the time of posting. This role is eligible for annual bonus and annual merit increase. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors.

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Reporting to the Vice President - Category Management, this role is responsible for driving the performance and execution of assigned product categories within the Food, Grocery & Retail (FGR) business unit. This role will own a defined portfolio and play a critical role in developing and executing category strategies that drive profitable growth across key product lines and channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the strategy, performance, and roadmap for existing products within assigned product categories
• Monitor key KPIs (revenue, margin, service, etc.) for assigned categories and proactively address performance gaps
• Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitive data to identify growth opportunities
• Identify & support product training across the organization
• Assist in the development of customer-facing materials in partnership with Sales, Marketing & Communications
• Act as the key point of contact for category insights & inquiries to support Sales, Marketing, and Product teams
• Serve as the strategic liaison across sales, marketing, product development, supply chain and operations to ensure category performance is aligned with overall business goals
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to guide product lifecycle decisions and innovation roadmaps

Critical Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance or related field; MBA or advanced degree a plus
• 5+ years of experience in category management, sales, finance or other related disciplines
• Experience in CPG, retail, or packaging industries strongly preferred
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen; ability to translate data into strategy
• Proficiency with syndicated data tools (e.g., Nielsen, Circana/IRI) and financial modeling a plus
• Highly organized and results-driven, with a strong sense of ownership
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

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