Job Description:
At Mars, our purpose is simple but powerful: A Better World for Pets. 🐾
We’re on the lookout for a Channel Director to lead the charge in Sales Modern Trade & eCommerce for our Pet Nutrition division in Romania. You’ll guide a team of 3 Key Account Managers and 1 Support roles to deliver outstanding growth, execution, and impact — all while championing our commitment to pets and their parents. 🐕🐈
If you’re a commercially driven leader with strong customer networks, a love for cats & dogs, and the drive to lead high-performing teams — this is your next career move.
🐾 What We’re Looking For:🐾 What We’re Looking For:
Extensive FMCG Sales experience with a proven track record in Modern Trade.A strong, existing network of retail customers in Romania.Excellent analytical skills, with experience using Nielsen and other market data tools 📊.Strong leadership abilities, with experience managing teams and developing talent.A digital native, with a solid understanding of eCommerce dynamics and digital touchpoints.Strong internal relationship building: you know how to get things done, from cross-functional alignment to building clear, compelling cases that drive decisions.Fluent in Romanian & English, with availability to travel (~10%).🐶 Being an animal lover is a must — and if you’re a Pet Parent, even better! 🐱🐕 What You’ll Be Doing:Lead the channel strategy and execution for Modern Trade & eCommerce, ensuring profitable, sustainable growth.Coach and empower your team to deliver customer excellence, and best-in-class in-store and digital visibility.Build strong Joint Business Plans that deliver growth through pricing, promotion, and portfolio management both offline and online.Drive execution of new product launches, campaigns, and activations in retail and digital.Maximize the impact and compliance of trade investment.Collaborate cross-functionally and ensure accurate forecasting, data-led decisions, and customer alignment.🎁 What You’ll Get:A chance to lead one of Romania’s most exciting commercial channels.Work with meaning, building a better world for pets every single day.Access to Mars University for your development and growth.Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package.A values-driven culture where you’ll be supported, empowered, and recognized.📩 Sound like you? Let’s talk!
Apply now or message us to learn more about this paw-some opportunity. 🐾
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