YOUR TASKS:

Portfolio & Category Management : Support the development and execution of product portfolio strategies across tobacco categories and markets in East Europe & CIS markets. Oversee and manage the full product lifecycle, from launch to discontinuation, ensuring compliance and profitability.

Product Development & Innovation : Lead regional implementation of new and existing product initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to adapt products to local consumer needs, manage packaging updates, and ensure market-specific compliance.

Market & Competitor Analysis : Monitor market trends, consumer behaviour, and competitor activity using syndicated data sources. Translate insights into actionable recommendations for product and commercial strategies.

Commercial Support : Contribute to sales forecasting, promotional planning, and portfolio activation across various trade channels. Work closely with commercial teams to support portfolio performance and operational efficiency.

Regulatory Compliance : Ensure all products meet local regulatory requirements. Coordinate regulatory-driven changes in partnership with local teams and operations.

Stakeholder Management : Serve as the key liaison for portfolio matters, aligning with Commercial, Marketing, Trade Marketing, and Operations teams to drive cohesive execution.

YOUR PROFILE:

Education & Work Experience : B.A. plus 3 - 6 years of relevant work experience (Commercial or Marketing) in a FMCG / CPG environment.

Analytical & Commercial Acumen : Strong data analysis skills with the ability to interpret market insights and financial metrics to drive portfolio decisions. Solid understanding of P&L and commercial strategy. Experience in Tobacco or CPG sectors in East Europe/CIS is a strong plus.

Portfolio & Project Management : Proven experience managing product portfolios and leading cross-functional projects independently, balancing short-term execution with long-term strategy.

Cross-Cultural Communication : Effective communicator with the ability to coordinate across diverse functions and geographies. Skilled in stakeholder management within a matrix organization.

Mindset & Execution : Detail-oriented, organized, and hands-on. Resilient, adaptable, and proactive in managing complexity. Demonstrates ownership and strong cross-functional project management skills.

Language Skills : Fluent in German and English. Russian would be beneficial.

OUR OFFER:

• Dynamic working environment in an established family business with flat hierarchies

• A challenging and varied job in an international environment.

• Attractive additional services:

• Company pension scheme

• Capital accumulation benefits

• Receipt of Deputat

• Corporate fitness by EGYM Wellpass

• Water, coffee, tea and fresh fruit at your disposal

• Subsidized canteen food

• Corporate Benefits

• Job ticket subsidy

Interested? Then we look forward to receive your detailed application documents, which you should send to the following address, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations :

JOH. WILH. VON EICKEN GMBH
Herrn Marcel Göttsche