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GALA GROUP, Headquarter in Ansbach Germany is one of the world’s leading and fastest growing manufacturers of candles, scented candles, fragrances and home accessories with approximately 4,000 employees and production sites in Europe, North Amerika and India. As dedicated private label experts and brand specialists we perfectly address the specific needs of customers and our retail, e-commerce and branded goods partners worldwide with customized private label solutions and brands. Our unique and diverse global network of in-house trend and design experts, brand specialists, retail and e-commerce talent and research and development teams help us stay at the forefront of trends and innovations that excite our customers.

For our Headquarter in Ansbach, Germany, we are looking for a full time

Head of Strategic Excellence / Head of Strategic Project (m/f/d)

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​Responsibilities​​​​​​

As Head of Strategic Projects at Gala Group you will play a key role in the transformation and further development of our company and will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Actively participate in the development and implementation of value creation and expansion plans as the “right hand person” of the CEO.

• Leading challenging and strategic projects such as carve-outs, negotiations with external stakeholders and strategy development to drive the growth of the company

• Work closely with top management and internal departments to develop strategic issues as a sparring partner

• Lead the project management office (PMO) to track the implementation status of initiatives

• Apply and further develop best practice approaches and tools to optimise our business processes (e.g. PMO tools)

• Monitoring market and industry trends as well as competitive analysis in order to react to changes at an early stage and position the company strategically

• Support the further implementation of the ESG Strategy including regular monitoring of agreed actions and taking a leading role at the Certification Project

• Promoting a culture of continuous improvement and strategic thinking within the project teams and the company as a whole

• Coaching and developing the project teams to continuously increase their performance and expertise

Key Competencies and Qualifications

• Degree in business, engineering or a related discipline

• At least 2-4 years of professional experience in the development and implementation of strategic measures, preferably in strategy consulting or in-house consulting

• Strong analytical skills and experience in dealing with complex issues

• Understanding of requirements for a private equity-led company (M&A, bank reporting, exit preparation)

• Entrepreneurial thinking and enthusiasm for German SMEs

• Excellent communication and presentation skills in German and English

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Empathy and team player with a strong solution orientation and proactive working style

• Fun and enthusiasm for international exchange and travel (e.g. to the USA or Asia)

• High resilience and flexibility in a dynamic environment

What we offer:

• Extensive insights into the areas of strategy, investment management, strategic corporate development and M&A.
• A challenging and varied job in an international company in direct exchange with the management board
• The opportunity to participate in the shaping and further development of a leading German medium-sized company
• A dynamic and cooperative working atmosphere with flat hierarchies
• Individual training opportunities and career prospects
• Attractive remuneration commensurate with responsibility and qualifications
• Possibility to work 30% of the time from home office

Your application:

We look forward to receiving your qualified and informative application, stating your salary expectations and earliest starting date. Please send your application to: career@gala-group.com

Gala Group GmbH
Technologiepark 9a

91522 Ansbach

GALA GROUP, Headquarter in Ansbach Germany is one of the world’s leading and fastest growing manufacturers of candles, scented candles, fragrances and home accessories with approximately 4,000 employees and production sites in Europe, North Amerika and India. As dedicated private label experts and brand specialists we perfectly address the specific needs of customers and our retail, e-commerce and branded goods partners worldwide with customized private label solutions and brands.  Our unique and diverse global network of in-house trend and design experts, brand specialists, retail and e-commerce talent and research and development teams help us stay at the forefront of trends and innovations that excite our customers.

For our location in Poland (Wielun), we are looking for a

GALA Innovation Manager (m/f/d)

Responsibilities

• As Innovation Manager you drive ideas for new products and segments; Based on sales data, market surveys/gap analysis, consumer insights, competitive analysis and market and design trends you recognize trends early on and focus on potentials for new inventions for market success in Candles, home fragrance and home décor.
• You drive the internal innovation process and ensure the competitiveness of new product developments in the targeted channels.
• In your role as inventor and implementer you successfully plan, manage and control the development process and manage the successful implementation of new products or processes. You keep focus on the strategic goal and track the innovation projects precisely for the best possible output.
• You screen and evaluate consumer trends, analyze buying interests and follow market insights to develop potential bestsellers that stand out from the competition.
• You support the relaunch of GALA Brand assortment (Candles, Liquids and Home Décor) with introduction to the European Market beginning of 2024.
• You lead marketing efforts for product presentations on innovation for customer meetings and/or trade shows.
• As link between market insights and (technical) innovations you work together with various departments within the GALA Group, i.e. Global GALA R&D, procurement, sales and that of customers, suppliers and partners. You lead the workflow with the regional product specialists and contribute to global innovation meetings.
• In your position you report directly to the CMO.

Key Competencies and Qualifications

• Excellent Project Manager with a high level of product, marketing and design expertise and capabilities in lateral leadership
• Experience in trend-oriented development of products with profound knowledge of design processes a good sense of consumer trends along with a business-oriented approach.
• In-depth knowledge of the candle, fragrance or home décor retail landscape is a plus.
• Quick learner – creative, proactive and with a hands-on attitude who enjoys working in a highly dynamic international environment with flat hierarchies.
• High ability to plan, organize and carry out projects. Skilled in management of time, human and financial resources. Strategic and analytical mindset with a results-oriented, entrepreneurial approach to work.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in German and English.
• A Master’s degree in marketing, design or an engineering background
• 5+ years of experience in product development or design
• Detailed knowledge from all areas is not necessary for this, but knowledge of the basic functional principles of an area is.

What we offer:

• attractive terms and working conditions
• Possibility of partly remote work and work in our modern offices
• Diverse career and development opportunities within a growing company
• Support for your professional development through regular training, workshops and conferences
• Flat hierarchies and an open, team-oriented working atmosphere
• Medical care

Your application:

We are looking for receiving your application with the salary requirements and the possible start date. Please send your application to: rekrutacja@gala-group.com

GALA GROUP, Headquarter in Ansbach Germany is one of the world’s leading and fastest growing manufacturers of candles, scented candles, fragrances and home accessories with approximately 4,000 employees and production sites in Europe, North Amerika and India. As dedicated private label experts and brand specialists we perfectly address the specific needs of customers and our retail, e-commerce and branded goods partners worldwide with customized private label solutions and brands.  Our unique and diverse global network of in-house trend and design experts, brand specialists, retail and e-commerce talent and research and development teams help us stay at the forefront of trends and innovations that excite our customers.

For our location in Poland (Wielun), we are looking for a

Head of Customer Marketing / Operative Marketing Lead (m/f/d)

Responsibilities

• As Head of operative Marketing you lead and coordinate the international Marketing Managers and Graphic Design teams worldwide in the US, India, UK, Poland and Germany.
• Based on sales data, market surveys/gap analysis, consumer insights, competitive analysis, and market and design trends you develop selling concepts and customer presentations with GALA’s candles, home fragrance and lifestyle home décor collections for leading retailers and brands.
• You screen and evaluate consumer trends, analyze buying interests and follow market insights to develop custom-fit storytelling, innovations and potential bestsellers that stand out from the competition and generate awareness among the respective target groups. You identify the specific needs of our customers in close cooperation with Sales.
• You support the Global Marketing Team and the regional sales directors in the introduction of the GALA Brand assortment (Candles, Liquids and Home Décor) to the European Market ensuring a successful market implementation with new and existing customers.
• You lead marketing efforts for products and offerings related to customer meetings and/or trade shows and play an important role in the GALA innovation process, following new product ideas through to marketing concept and launch papers with the regional teams to introduce them to the specific customers.
• As member of the multi-functional customer team you will work closely with the commercial team (Sales/Product Development) to ensure that new concepts meet cost and feasibility requirements.

Key Competencies and Qualifications

• High level of Marketing and design expertise and a good sense of consumer trends along with a business-oriented approach.
• Experience in trend-oriented development of tailormade products in collaboration with customers
• In-depth knowledge of the candle and home décor retail landscape. Work experience in a fragrance industry is a plus.
• Awareness of trend research and consumer analysis with a profound knowledge of home decor design and design processes
• Strong Marketing and creative skills and a passion for home fragrance and home decor products, consumer knowledge and trends.
• Quick learner – creative, proactive and with a hands-on attitude who enjoys working in a highly dynamic international environment with flat hierarchies.
• Strategic and analytical mindset with a results-oriented approach to work.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English, good knowledge of German is an advantage.
• A Master’s degree in marketing and design is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in marketing and product design, including successful collaboration with retailers.

What we offer:

• attractive terms and working conditions
• Possibility of partly remote work and work in our modern offices
• Diverse career and development opportunities within a growing company
• Support for your professional development through regular training, workshops and conferences
• Flat hierarchies and an open, team-oriented working atmosphere
• Medical care

Your application:

We are looking for receiving your application with the salary requirements and the possible start date. Please send your application to: career@gala-group.com