Job Description
Title:  Category Manager (m/f/d) Dairy & Ice Cream
Date:  10/20/26

Company Description

We are a global producer, marketer and provider of technology-driven natural ingredients, ingredient systems and integrated solutions for the global food, beverage and life science & nutrition industry. We are all about mastering sensory experience and nutritional performance. 

We offer exceptional opportunities for passionate people who want to shape the future of nutrition in an entrepreneurial and impact-driven environment. Here, you have the freedom to take ownership and to thrive both professionally and personally. Be part of a highly committed team with a clear purpose: at Döhler, smart ideas have a way of becoming great products. ​

​​Together, we bring ideas to life.

Job Description

Your Impact in This Role:

  • Development and implementation of specific short-, medium- and long-term market segment plans
  • Responsibility for the business results of the market segment
  • Conducting business analyses and effectively implementing the conclusions in cooperation with the sales department
  • Planning and implementation of exciting initiatives in close cooperation with business units
  • Design and communication of clear market segment briefings for the application department to develop market and customer-relevant food concepts
  • Global customer visits and events: Active cooperation with the sales organization with the clear goal of developing new business
  • Efficient and cooperative collaboration with the regional market segment teams
     

Qualifications

Your Profile: 

  • Several years of relevant professional experience in the commercial sector (Sales, Market Segments, Product Management) ideally in the food industry
  • Hands-on mentality and customer-oriented mindset
  • Strong analytical and conceptual skills as well as a structured, effective and independent way of working
  • Creativity, passion and commitment in implementing innovative ideas
  • International personality and experience with working in matrix organizations (cross-functional work)
  • Convincing and inspiring presentation skills that motivate other people
  • Ability to work in a team, flexibility and the ability to work in a dynamic environment
  • Business fluent in English, German is a significant plus

     

Additional Information

What We Offer:

  • Work with passion: ​We create an environment where passion meets profession. Meaningful work and positive energy inspire people to give their best and make lasting contribution to our shared success.
  • Take ownership: ​We empower you to take ownership and share your ideas. Whatever your role, you have the opportunity to show initiative and make an impact.
  • Grow your way: ​With flexible development opportunities across departments and a global team, you can broaden your skills, discover new strengths and actively shape your career path. ​ ​
  • Thrive in a global environment: ​Join an international team bringing together multiple cultures, languages and perspectives to spark new ideas and inspiration. Through global collaboration, you expand your horizon both professionally and personally.  ​
  • The team always wins: ​We build real connections and grow together. By sharing knowledge and valuing each other’s strengths, we create a culture where trust and team play lead to shared success.  ​

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Equal Opportunities for All

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of age, ancestry, disability, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity or expression, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, social background or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.​
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A good match starts with shared values. Complete our Culture Fit Challenge to find out how well your mindset aligns with the way we work.

Does it feel like a fit? Then apply through our online career portal and attach it to your application. Please note that we are unable to consider or return application documents sent by post.