Strategy & Health Category Excellence Director
h3Strategy Health Category Excellence Director /h3 ul liFull-time /li liYears of experience: +10 years /li liContract type: Permanent Contract /li liCompensation: EUR 100,000 - EUR 120,000 - yearly /li /ul pGnosis by Lesaffre aims to raise the standard of human health and build a world where proactive health solutions empower people to live longer, happier lives. /p pBy exploring the world of microorganisms, we tap into nature’s biological processes to develop solutions that address pressing health challenges while promoting positive impact on both human and planetary health. /p pTogether with nutraceutical and pharmaceutical brands, we develop revolutionary products that help their customers thrive. /p pOur vision is a future where health is proactive, solutions are sustainable, and the timeless wisdom of nature guides every step forward. /p pThink like Nature to Raise human health. /p pAs Strategy Health Category Excellence Director, you are the architect of the business unit's future. This role is not just about planning, it is about making strategy real: anticipating health category trends, driving timely strategic discussions with senior leaders inside and outside the BU, and being a key driver of change in how Gnosis competes and wins. /p pYou will: /p pShape Gnosis’ 3–10-year strategic vision, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and goals and industries or market opportunities. /p pBridge strategy and execution with cross-functional leaders (RD, marketing, regulatory, operations and more), turning plans into measurable results. /p pDefine and implement a world-class health category excellence framework that improves customer experience and BU performance. /p pYou join the extended leadership team and work closely with the Global Head of Strategy Innovation. /p h31. BU Strategic Leadership and Execution Driver (~70%) /h3 h3Vision Roadmap: /h3 pDevelop and refine the short-term and long-term strategic plans, take the BU strategy through into the Lesaffre Group strategy ensuring they align with the company's mission, values, and growth ambitions. /p pIn close collaboration with Corporate and BU Strategic Competitive Intelligence, Lesaffre Knowledge Center and Economic Intelligence, and Gnosis Product and Solutions teams and SOAs (Strategic Opportunity Areas) leaders, run deep-dive market, competitive, and industry analyses to ensure continuous differentiation as well as identify emerging opportunities, risks, and white spaces. /p pTurn insights into actionable strategies, including BU portfolio optimization, and partner with MA and BD team to fuel growth. /p h3Decision-Making Frameworks: /h3 pDesign models, tools, and KPIs to evaluate business decisions (e.g., prioritization matrices, scenario planning, ROI), monitor strategy performance (e.g., market share, revenue growth, innovation success rates) and recommend course corrections. /p pDevelop mitigation strategies for external risks such as major regulatory changes, competitive threats.
/p h3Strategy in Motion – Execution /h3 pOversee the transformation initiatives assigned by the Leadership Team, delivered on time, within budget and with measurable impact, and allocate resources and budgets to strategic priorities. /p pCollaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. innovation, product and solutions, market insights, operational marketing, regulatory, scientific and medical affairs, operations, RD) to ensure seamless execution of initiatives at global level and appropriate allocation of resources and budgets effectively to support strategic priorities. /p pDesign the strategy office to monitor health category performance and drive data-based continuous improvement. /p h3Stakeholder Engagement: /h3 pCommunicate the vision to BU and Group executive teams, securing buy-in and alignment, and advise the Global Head of Strategy Innovation on critical decisions. /p pRepresent Gnosis in external forums (conferences, partnerships, investor meetings) to showcase thought leadership in health category excellence at BU strategic levels. /p ul liAligned decks for the Quarterly Business Reviews and the bi-annual Leadership Team strategy review: progress against KPIs (revenues, gross margin, customer NPS, innovation success, competitive positions) and risk mitigation plans. /li li100% of strategic initiatives tracked, with clear owners and timelines, and, with the communication teams, a health strategy report at least annually. /li /ul h32. Health Category Excellence (20%) /h3 p- Build a uniform framework for the health categories: category plans, innovation cycles, market and segment development, B2B2C pricing approach, performance metrics, claims and risks assessment tools and processes. /p p- Keep the BU ahead of competition: work with product solutions, Innovation SOA and strategic business intelligence to identify and address gaps in the BU portfolio. Recommend opportunity areas that meet customer needs and optimize performance at industry/market and Health Category overarching levels using sales data, customer feedback and market intelligence. /p p- Be the subject matter expert and main contact for health category excellence, supporting cross-functional teams. /p ul liIn the first 3 to 6 months, a macro market analysis, from nutrition through nutraceuticals to pharma, with segmentation, competition, customer typologies and regions. /li liAn updated BU roadmap (18-months and 3/5-years) with prioritization criteria, gap analysis and proposals for new investments or divestments.
/li liA Health Category Excellence Playbook with templates for category planning, pricing, claims and performance metrics /li /ul h33- Culture and Operating Model (10%) /h3 ul liBe a constructive collaborative culture ambassador inside and outside the BU. /li liFoster a B2B2C approach by supporting cross-functional processes, governance and the operating model, for example a global claims process and ways of working for segmentation and health categories. /li liHelp in transformation and connect the regions and global stakeholders, and help establish the Bring-to-Market (B2M) / Go-To-Market (G2M) /li /ul h3Key deliverables /h3 pOperating Model Program Management timelines, budget and targeted outcome tracked and updated. /p p- Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Healthcare Management, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred. /p p- 15+ years of experience in consumer health, B2B/B2C category management, or strategic planning, with a proven track record of driving growth. /p p- Demonstrated expertise in the nutraceuticals, health and wellness industry, with a deep understanding of market trends, consumer behavior, regulatory and competitive landscape. /p h3Skills Mindset /h3 h3Strategic and Analytical: /h3 pYou turn complex market, financial and operational data into clear strategy, using frameworks such as SWOT and Porter's Five Forces, strong financial modelling and business cases, and analytics tools such as Tableau or Power BI. /p h3Leadership Influence: /h3 pExecutive presence at C‑suite and Board level. You lead cross functionally with RD, marketing, sales and regulatory teams, drive adoption of new strategies, and constructively challenge the regions. Experienced in change management and ability to drive adoption of new strategies across the organization. /p h3Communication Collaboration: /h3 pExceptional storytelling that simplifies complex ideas for diverse audiences. You negotiate, influence, build consensus and represent Gnosis at industry events, with partners and in the media. /p h3Enhanced Adaptability: /h3 pForward-thinking and agile, staying ahead of health trends and competitive moves. Hands‑on as well as strategic, customer‑centric, and a good listener. /p ul liThe job is based in Desio (MB) - Italy /li liPermanent Contract, Full-Time /li liPossible Smart-Working after Probation Period /li liBe part of abgrowing company /b /li liWork in abdynamic international environment /b /li liWe promote a sense of fulfilment with a genuine mission: nourish and protect the planet, and Raise Human Health. /li liAn opportunity to work in a real international environment. /li /ul pAt Lesaffre, diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive, regardless of your background, gender, age or abilities. We encourage all applications, as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
/p h3Strategy in Motion – Execution /h3 pOversee the transformation initiatives assigned by the Leadership Team, delivered on time, within budget and with measurable impact, and allocate resources and budgets to strategic priorities. /p pCollaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. innovation, product and solutions, market insights, operational marketing, regulatory, scientific and medical affairs, operations, RD) to ensure seamless execution of initiatives at global level and appropriate allocation of resources and budgets effectively to support strategic priorities. /p pDesign the strategy office to monitor health category performance and drive data-based continuous improvement. /p h3Stakeholder Engagement: /h3 pCommunicate the vision to BU and Group executive teams, securing buy-in and alignment, and advise the Global Head of Strategy Innovation on critical decisions. /p pRepresent Gnosis in external forums (conferences, partnerships, investor meetings) to showcase thought leadership in health category excellence at BU strategic levels. /p ul liAligned decks for the Quarterly Business Reviews and the bi-annual Leadership Team strategy review: progress against KPIs (revenues, gross margin, customer NPS, innovation success, competitive positions) and risk mitigation plans. /li li100% of strategic initiatives tracked, with clear owners and timelines, and, with the communication teams, a health strategy report at least annually. /li /ul h32. Health Category Excellence (20%) /h3 p- Build a uniform framework for the health categories: category plans, innovation cycles, market and segment development, B2B2C pricing approach, performance metrics, claims and risks assessment tools and processes. /p p- Keep the BU ahead of competition: work with product solutions, Innovation SOA and strategic business intelligence to identify and address gaps in the BU portfolio. Recommend opportunity areas that meet customer needs and optimize performance at industry/market and Health Category overarching levels using sales data, customer feedback and market intelligence. /p p- Be the subject matter expert and main contact for health category excellence, supporting cross-functional teams. /p ul liIn the first 3 to 6 months, a macro market analysis, from nutrition through nutraceuticals to pharma, with segmentation, competition, customer typologies and regions. /li liAn updated BU roadmap (18-months and 3/5-years) with prioritization criteria, gap analysis and proposals for new investments or divestments.
/li liA Health Category Excellence Playbook with templates for category planning, pricing, claims and performance metrics /li /ul h33- Culture and Operating Model (10%) /h3 ul liBe a constructive collaborative culture ambassador inside and outside the BU. /li liFoster a B2B2C approach by supporting cross-functional processes, governance and the operating model, for example a global claims process and ways of working for segmentation and health categories. /li liHelp in transformation and connect the regions and global stakeholders, and help establish the Bring-to-Market (B2M) / Go-To-Market (G2M) /li /ul h3Key deliverables /h3 pOperating Model Program Management timelines, budget and targeted outcome tracked and updated. /p p- Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Healthcare Management, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred. /p p- 15+ years of experience in consumer health, B2B/B2C category management, or strategic planning, with a proven track record of driving growth. /p p- Demonstrated expertise in the nutraceuticals, health and wellness industry, with a deep understanding of market trends, consumer behavior, regulatory and competitive landscape. /p h3Skills Mindset /h3 h3Strategic and Analytical: /h3 pYou turn complex market, financial and operational data into clear strategy, using frameworks such as SWOT and Porter's Five Forces, strong financial modelling and business cases, and analytics tools such as Tableau or Power BI. /p h3Leadership Influence: /h3 pExecutive presence at C‑suite and Board level. You lead cross functionally with RD, marketing, sales and regulatory teams, drive adoption of new strategies, and constructively challenge the regions. Experienced in change management and ability to drive adoption of new strategies across the organization. /p h3Communication Collaboration: /h3 pExceptional storytelling that simplifies complex ideas for diverse audiences. You negotiate, influence, build consensus and represent Gnosis at industry events, with partners and in the media. /p h3Enhanced Adaptability: /h3 pForward-thinking and agile, staying ahead of health trends and competitive moves. Hands‑on as well as strategic, customer‑centric, and a good listener. /p ul liThe job is based in Desio (MB) - Italy /li liPermanent Contract, Full-Time /li liPossible Smart-Working after Probation Period /li liBe part of abgrowing company /b /li liWork in abdynamic international environment /b /li liWe promote a sense of fulfilment with a genuine mission: nourish and protect the planet, and Raise Human Health. /li liAn opportunity to work in a real international environment. /li /ul pAt Lesaffre, diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive, regardless of your background, gender, age or abilities. We encourage all applications, as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr