Category Manager (Associate)

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Job Summary:

Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice, and sustainability, manufacturing products for various markets. The Category Manager is responsible for driving performance and execution of product categories within the quick service restaurant business unit, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop strategies and ensure operational readiness for product launches.

Responsibilities:

• Supports the execution of category strategies aligned with customer trends, innovation pipelines, and business growth goals

• Conducts market and competitive analysis to inform product and portfolio decisions, including SKU optimization and innovation opportunities

• Tracks category performance metrics and provides insights to inform strategic adjustments

• Assists in the development of customer-facing materials in partnership with Sales and Marketing

• Collaborates with Commercial Excellence on pricing analysis and margin management

• Works with R&D and Operations to assess feasibility and readiness for new product launches

• Acts as a voice of the customer within cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with customer needs

• Manages product lifecycle activities including commercialization planning, launch execution, and end-of-life transitions

• Contributes to a high-performance team culture focused on agility, innovation, and customer-centricity

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; MBA or advanced degree a plus

• 5+ years of experience in category management, product marketing, or commercialization

• Strong understanding of consumer insights, market trends, and competitive dynamics

• Experience supporting cross-functional teams through product development and launch

• Analytical mindset with strong financial and business acumen

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills

Company:

Novolex is a packaging and food services company that serves customers in retail, grocery service, institutional, and industrial markets. Founded in 2003, the company is headquartered in Hartsville, South Carolina, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.