Product Category Manager

About us :

Alimento Agro-Foods Pvt. Ltd. founded in 2017 by Prateek & Mugdha Bhagchandka, Alimento Agro Foods Pvt. Ltd. is on a mission to redefine the way India eats, creating a moment of delight in every bite.

With two powerhouse brands under our umbrella, were scaling to become a 500+ crore FMCG giant in next 5 yearswith India as our launchpad and the world as our playground.

Our Brands

M.O.M Meal of the Moment:

• Indias most loved snacking & instant hot meal brand.
• From Poha & Biryani to Red Thai Curry Rice, we deliver home-style comfort with world- class convenience. Our range of better for you snacks is topping charts with Roasted flavored makhanas, flavored nuts and trail mixes, Ragi chips and authentic banana chips.
• Trusted across airlines, modern and general retail chains, and quick-commerce creating millions of moments of delight every month.

Gimi Gimi:

• A bold new-age Korean food brand.
• From fiery ramyun to soulful kimchi flavors, were bringing the spirit of Seoul street food to India.
• Positioned to capture the Gen-Z and millennial lifestyle movement.

Our Edge

• World-Class Manufacturing: Fully automated facility in Kota, Rajasthan, with zero human intervention.
• Omnichannel Distribution: Presence across airlines, 30,000 general trade stores, modern trade, e-commerce, and Q-commerce.
• Innovation at Core: Products built from consumer obsession + global benchmarking.
• People First: A culture where talent thrives, ideas win, and ownership is real.

Vision & Ambition

• Were building the next FMCG powerhouse an Indian brand that stands shoulder to shoulder with Nestl, Unilever, and Mondelez.
• Growth Target: From a thriving scale- up to a 500 crore+ company in the next few years.
• Rooted Play: Expanding our reach into deeper markets along with staying rooted in consumer love.
• Category Creation: Not just participating in trends, but creating them.

Life at Alimento

• Working directly with visionary founders.
• Being part of a young, driven, high-impact team.
• Getting freedom + responsibility to build.
• Seeing your work reach millions of consumers.

Quick Facts

• Founded: 2017
• Headquarters: Mumbai, India
• Manufacturing Hub: Kota, Rajasthan
• Brands: M.O.M Meal of the Moment | Gimi Gimi
• First Milestone Target: 500 Cr FMCG by scaling across India & beyond.

The Role: Product Category Manager Experience : 6 to 8 years

1. Strategic Planning/Execution:

• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with overall business objectives.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Set objectives, tactical & long term for key performance indicators (KPIs) for the category.
• Monitor category performance against targets and make adjustments as needed.

2. Product Management:

• Determine the optimal product assortment within the category, including variations and pricing.
• Manage product lifecycles, from introduction to obsolescence.
• Ensure product availability and minimize stockouts and overstocks.

3. Sales & Marketing:

• Work closely with Sales and Marketing teams to develop and execute category-specific strategies.
• Analyze sales data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement & opportunity.
• Develop pricing strategies and promotional plans to drive sales and increase brand visibility.

4. Financial Management:

• Manage the category budget and ensure profitability.
• Track expenses and revenue related to the category.
• Analyze financial performance and make recommendations for improvement.

5. Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Brand Marketing, Trade Marketing, Sales, Finance and Supply Chain.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Provide guidance and support to other team members.

6. Analytical Skills:

• Utilize strong analytical skills to interpret market data, consumer trends, and sales metrics.
• Use data-driven insights to make informed decisions about product selection, pricing, and promotions.
• Monitor and evaluate category performance against established goals and make adjustments as needed

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work with a fast-growing FMCG brand with a strong digital presence.
• Creative freedom to experiment and bring fresh ideas to life.
• Supportive team environment that encourages innovation and learning.
• Exposure to diverse projects across multiple social media platforms.
• Chance to grow your career in a dynamic and rapidly evolving industry.