Sr. Associate/ Asst Manager

Job Description: Sr. Associate / Assistant Manager - Category MarketingSTARTING DATE - Position Open ImmediatelyLOCATION - Gurugram (NCR)WHAT WE DO AND WHO WE AREJoin the dynamic team at Wholsum Foods and be part of an extraordinary movement Our mission is simple: to change the world's eats. With brands like Slurrp Farm and Mille, we offer healthy and delicious alternatives to the junk food epidemic. It's time to rediscover the nutritious traditions of our ancestors and embrace the power of millets like Ragi, Jowar, Bajra, and Foxtail Millet.Led by founders - Shauravi Malik and Meghana Narayan, we are food enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and mothers committed to making a difference. We're expanding globally and seeking talented individuals who thrive in a collaborative, innovative, and high-growth environment. Join us and embark on a rewarding journey where you can grow professionally while having a blastAt Wholsum Foods, we celebrate diversity and unity, all driven by a shared mission to revolutionize the way we eat. Our team is our greatest asset, and our core values—Relationship First, Dependable, Passionate, and Growth Mindset—bring out the best in each team member. We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace, embracing individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender identity. Together, we will redefine the future of foodWHAT WILL YOU DO AT WHOLSUM FOODS?At Wholsum Foods, we’re building brands that make nutritious food exciting and accessible for all. We’re looking for a Category Brand Manager to lead the brand thinking and execution for one of our core product categories. This role is a unique blend of consumer insight, brand storytelling, and business-first execution.You’ll work closely with the Category Head to shape the category strategy — while owning the brand voice, content, packaging, and communication across all touchpoints.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Build and execute the category marketing calendar — including launches, key moments, and BAU campaigns.Own execution of pricing, pack strategy, innovation pipeline, and GTM acrossD2C, marketplaces, and retail trade.Define the category brand architecture: positioning, tone of voice, benefit ladder, and claim hierarchy in line with consumer insight.Deeply understand the consumer journey: triggers, barriers, and usage occasions across channels.Build consistent brand & category narrative across packaging, digital, listings, and campaigns.Drive new product launches end-to-end: packaging, listings, creatives, and performance tracking.Work closely with category, performance marketing, creative, community, product, and retail teams.WHAT SKILLS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE?Have 2-3 years in brand/category roles in FMCG or high-growth startups (E-commerce/ D2C experience preferred)Are deeply consumer-obsessed, with a knack for turning insight into action.Have experience writing/briefing pack copy, brand claims, and digital contentCan balance brand building with business outcomesThrive in a fast-paced, ownership-driven environmentHigh learning agility and a collaborative mindset to thrive in a fast-evolving, cross-functional setupWHAT WILL YOU GET?A front-row seat to scale a purpose-led FMCG brandFast-paced professional growth and ownershipOpportunity to work closely with EXCO and cross-functional leadersMentorship from creative and strategic leadersA creative environment that values experimentation and bold thinkingWholsum Foods is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce.