• Job Description

  Req#: 91797

  About Barilla

  At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we’ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.

  Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world’s top food company by reputation. With 22 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.

  Our success story is written by a passionate team of almost 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.

  Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey?

  JOB DESCRIPTION

  Are you passionate about contributing to a renowned Swedish brand's expansion and its mission to be a global icon of healthy eating?

  Join our dynamic team at WASA® and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our iconic brand.

  Over a century ago, in the northern reaches of Sweden, a visionary baker named Karl aspired to deliver delicious and nutritious crispbread to every corner of the country. In 1919, WASA® was born, and today, we continue to fulfill that dream by offering our high-quality products to the world, empowering people to make healthier food choices every day.

  Joining the WASA® Global Team means embracing the responsibility of becoming the brand's true custodians. We are focused on inspiring our business partners, driving WASA®'s growth, and creating an enjoyable workplace environment for us and everyone working with the brand.

  We've launched a new Assortment Strategy and are looking to hire a WASA® Global Senior Analyst for the core part of our assortment, the Crispbreads. It’s the heart of our business – crunchy, natural products that are tasty and healthy, enabling our consumers to be creative with the crispbread as a canvas for any flavor. This role involves working on the current products within our crispbread segments for healthy & tasty experiences but most importantly shaping the future with innovation/business development.

  Key Acountabilities

  As a Global Senior Analyst for WASA®, you will:

  • Contribute to the global growth strategy for the crispbreads by becoming a business expert and be actively involved in addressing unique challenges faced by WASA® in different countries.
  • Act as liaison for WASA® across various departments (RDQ, Supply Chain, Finance, Center of Excellence Equity & Communication, Digital, Media planning, Shopper).
  • Ensure ongoing monitoring of the crispbread segments and competitive landscape through regular and ad hoc analyses.
  • Identify innovation opportunities in designated platforms through global or local research to ensure strong concept development, grounded in robust consumer insights.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to ensure the effective delivery of Innovation Projects, adhering to the Barilla Phase & Gate process.
  • Contribute to the development of your product segment’s communication and activation strategy, overseeing the implementation and launch of new products in regions.

  Desired Skills and Background

  • Master’s degree in Economics, Marketing or equivalent.
  • 3+ years’ experience in a commercial area (consumer-shopper-trade marketing, customer teams/key account management, category management) in the FMCG industry. Previous experience at regional level is recommended.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills.
  • Fluency in English.

  We Offer

  • A central location in the heart of Amsterdam with excellent access to public transportation.
  • Hybrid working model
  • Opportunity to grow professionally through international projects.
  • A dynamic, inclusive team culture with flat hierarchies and a collaborative spirit.

  Additional Information

  • This position reports to the Global WASA® Associate Marketing Director.
  • Permanent local contract in the Netherlands.
  • The expected start date is September 2025.

  At Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success.

• About the company

  Barilla is an Italian multinational food company. It is the world's largest pasta producer.

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