The Portfolio Manageris responsible forleading the deployment ofCat Brand portfoliostrategies(50% of Business)across theCentral EuropeCluster(10markets)to deliver sustainable growthabove the Category and competition.

The role acts as the key orchestrator between Regional, Cluster, and Local teams, translating growth ambitions into actionable portfolio road maps and ensuring excellence in deployment and execution across markets.

Portfolio Manager drives portfolio performance,identifiesgrowth opportunities, manages risks and trade-offs, and ensures alignment of portfolio decisionsacross teamswith businessobjectives

Key Responsibilities🐾

Portfolio Strategy & Growth Leadership

• Lead thealignment anddeployment ofCat portfoliostrategies across10Cluster markets, driving growth through innovation, renovation, and simplification initiatives aligned with the PNE Growth Strategyand European strategy

• Translate regional growth ambitions into actionable Cluster portfolio plans and priorities.

• Drive simplificationforgrowth agenda and support strategic portfolio choices across markets.

Portfolio Governance & Strategic Planning

• Own Cluster portfolio planning and governance processes across key business forums including S2W, Innovation and Portfolio Stage Gates, S&OP+, and Annual Planning.

• As acritical member in S&OP+ forumsand beyondestablishgovernance routines that ensure portfolio visibility, alignment, accountability, and delivery.

• Drive decision-making and trade-off discussions with Regional and Local stakeholders.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Execution Excellence

• Lead cross-functional collaboration acrossLocal andRegional teams to ensure flawless portfolio deployment.

• Represent Central Europe Cat portfolioinRegionalportfolio forums, Cluster Connects, and portfolio meetings.

• Lead the development of compelling trade stories and deploymentplansleveragingcategory insights, brand strategies, and commercial priorities.

Performance Management & Value Delivery

• Lead portfolio performance management through KPI scorecards, growth bridges, financial analysis, and business reviews.

• Identifyrisks, opportunities, and performance gaps,recommending anddriving actions to accelerate growth and improve delivery.

Capability Building & Continuous Improvement

• Champion portfolio management best practices across the Clusterand beyond

• Provide functional leadership to Portfolio Specialists and cross-functional teams, driving alignment, capability building, and excellence in portfolio planning and deployment

• Drive continuous improvement of portfolio deployment, reporting, and planning frameworks.

• Foster a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and execution excellence.

What are we looking for?⚞•⚟

• Bachelor's orMaster's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, ora relatedfield.

• 4–5+ years of experience in FMCGe.g.marketing, portfolio management, category management, or business strategy.

• Proven experience leading complex cross-functional projects and influencing senior stakeholders.

• Strong strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capability.

• Strong analytical mindset with experience in financial analysis, business performance management, and growth diagnostics.

• Experience working across multiple markets or within a regional/cluster organization.

• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.

• Ability to manage ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and drive decisions through complexity.

• Fluent Englishrequired

What can you expect from us?🐈

• Unique opportunity todeployportfolio strategy across 10+ Central European markets.

• Direct exposure to Regional and Cluster leadership teams.

• Opportunity to influence strategic business decisions and future growth priorities.

• High visibility role with significant cross-functional exposure.

• Opportunity to coach and develop junior talent while building leadership capabilities.

• Excellentstepping stoneinto broader Marketing, Strategy, Portfolio Leadershiproles.

• Attractive compensation and benefits package tailored to your location.

• Career development support through a personalized growth plan.

• Opportunity toparticipatein volunteering initiatives during working hours.

• A pet-friendly office environment.