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Join the Ecotone team as an Operational Merchandising Manager and contribute to a greener future with our leading European organic food group
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Location
Saint Genis Laval, France
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Expires at anytime
Ecotone stands at the forefront of sustainable food production, leading the way in organic, plant-based, and fair trade products. With a presence in over 80 countries, 7 production sites, and a diverse team of 1600 people, Ecotone's commitment to 'nourish biodiversity' is embodied in its B Corp certification and its highest global score among large food companies. Our headquarters in Lyon is a beehive of activity, innovation, and passion for the environment, making it the perfect place for eco-conscious professionals to grow their careers.
- Define and implement operational merchandising strategies.
- Conduct customer appointments and co-construct merchandising solutions.
- Oversee the recruitment, training, and management of apprentices or interns.
- A BAC + 3/5 degree with at least 2 years of field or headquarter experience in Commerce and/or Marketing.
- Strong customer relationship skills and a results-oriented mindset.
- Proactivity, adaptability, and the ability to lead project groups.
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and ideally Coheris, Spaceman, or Planorama tools.
The organisation - Ecotone is a pioneering and leading European group in organic, plant-based and fair trade food. Our mission is to 'nourish biodiversity' through our strong and committed brands such as Bjorg, Bonneterre, Clipper, Allos, Alter Eco, Danival, Destination, El Granero, Isola Bio, Kallø, Whole Earth, Zonnatura. We are proudly B Corp certified and have achieved the highest global score of large food companies. Our family of brands is distributed in over 80 countries with 7 production sites, 1600 people across Europe, and our headquarters is located in Lyon.
The role - As Operational Merchandising Manager, you will be responsible for carrying the merchandising issues and approaches to customers, defining and carrying the merchandising issues (recommendation & co-construction of merchandising issues, store customer appointments, recommendation & resale of merchandising approaches adapted to the stores), ensuring the operational implementation of the merchandising strategy, and recruiting, training and managing an apprentice/intern.
Job requirements - You have a BAC + 3/5 degree and have a minimum of 2 years of field experience or relevant experience at headquarters in Commerce and/or Marketing. You are recognized for having a good customer relationship and are results oriented. You are recognized for your proactivity and your ability to be proactive. Your adaptability and your ability to lead a project group will be real assets for this position. Finally, you master office elements and particularly Excel and Powerpoint. The mastery of Coheris, Spaceman or Planorama tools, and distributor panels is a plus.
Benefits - We offer preferential rates on our products, gym and group classes, regular conferences, reimbursement of 70% of your public transport pass, restaurant tickets. We encourage soft mobility: our headquarters 'La Ruche' is accessible by public transport (10 min walk from the metro) and by bike!
