Deputy Director - Category Management

Overview This individual will be responsible to lead End-to-end Perfect Store process for GCC Service delivery with the markets. The Role is responsible for the E2E Delivery of Perfect Store: Planning, development & delivery key activities for IB markets. Lead the Perfect Store service delivery agenda with the BU, Region, CCO and S&T teams Responsible for delivery of Perfect Store services on time and with quality Partner with IB Leadership and CCO Teams to enable PS roadmap for IB + AOP for Perfect store services Own demand planning responsibilities for all perfect store services IB and ensure delivery as per contracting and lead prioritization discussions This role is essential for driving the alignment and execution of the perfect-store process across IB. Responsibilities Be a commercial expert with in-depth understanding of perfect store process including data landscape, market maturity, key services & solutions Primary point of contact for IB DX LT on Perfect Store services. Deliver & oversee end-to-end perfect store delivery for all markets in IB Partner with S&T, CCO, IB to ensure alignment on AOP, Roadmap etc. Closely work with IB DX LT to close whitespaces on GCC services and enable end-to-end delivery Guide service delivery experts for calls/meetings, wherever required. Lead demand contracting & prioritization Wherever required, engage with bottlers to showcase PEP capabilities + outputs to drive growth & adoption Engage with senior leadership + stakeholder group to ensure IB agenda is prioritized & showcased Advise and share Advanced Analytics models with Sectors and Markets to leverage and build Advanced Analytics capability for all perfect store modules Provide responses to ad-hoc follow-ups when double-click (additional questions) required with tables/charts for relevant data Model Results presentation to stakeholders Manage the Perfect Store function to provide best-in-class talent development, process harmonization and technology advancements Partner with CCO to develop standardize, codify and digitalize/ automate services to drive efficiencies Qualifications Masters degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering: MBA a plus 2+ years of leadership experience in Perfect Store or Category Mangement function 8-10 years of relevant professional experience on Sales development, Trade Marketing or Sales strategy Strategic thinking and Results oriented Makes things happen, Setting the Agenda High-level written and verbal communication skills Provide ad-hoc analysis and deliverables as requested Results oriented with the ability to complete assignments in a timely manner Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint with the ability to quickly learn various in-house applications Detail-oriented with dedication to continuous improvement Essential Ability to work in diverse teams Possess ability to analyze & benchmark competitive scenarios Excellent written and oral communication skills; consistently communicates using appropriate methods for situation and audience in clear, concise and professional manner Ability to work collaboratively and proactively with multi-functional teams Be flexible, organized and able to handle competing priorities Solution-oriented approach to problem solving Strong analytical thinking with proven ability to connect data & insight from category consumption, brands drivers, macro & micro trends, and future forces of consumer change and deliver clear implications for the business