Purchasing Working Student (m/f/d)

In a nutshell

As an online supermarket, the heart of our business is naturally the Picnic App. The Category Management Team ensures that our digital shelves are perfectly stocked with the best local and international products – always fresh and at the best prices.

As a Working Student (m/f/d), you are the operational backbone of this team and gain deep insights into e-commerce and the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) sector. You will dive deep into data, support assortment design, and ensure that our products are optimally presented in the app. You will work closely with our Category Managers and cross-functional teams (such as Supply Chain and Marketing), maintain important master data, and help ensure that our app is always perfectly curated for our customers. With your analytical thinking and smart automation tools, you will also make our processes a little better every day.

What awaits you

• Support in daily business: You will assist our Category Managers with operational and administrative tasks in daily e-commerce operations – from listing and delisting products to checking data sheets.
• App & Content Maintenance: You will be co-responsible for the in-app content of your product categories. You will ensure that product descriptions, images, and promotions are always up-to-date and bring a smile to our customers' faces.
• Data & Analysis: You will evaluate sales figures, customer feedback, and market trends, identify patterns, and help the team make data-driven decisions for assortment optimization.
• Supplier & Stakeholder Communication: You will support the preparation and follow-up of supplier discussions and work cross-departmentally with teams such as Supply Chain and Customer Success.
• Project Work: You will have the opportunity to take on your own cross-functional projects to improve our tools and processes, thus actively contributing to the company strategy.

What you bring with you

• Advanced Bachelor's studies or currently pursuing a Master's degree in Business Administration, E-Commerce, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or a comparable degree program.
• A keen eye for detail, strong logical reasoning skills, and a natural curiosity to look behind the scenes and solve operational puzzles.
• Excellent organizational skills, a proactive attitude towards taking responsibility, and routine in handling daily workflows.
• A genuine affinity for the food industry and enthusiasm for working with new software and automated systems.
• Availability to support our team for 16 - 20 hours per week.
• Fluent German and English skills.

What you can look forward to

• Kick-start with us: Become part of our international team in an environment that promotes real growth and an "Act like an Owner" mentality. With us, you will have the opportunity to drive projects independently, test new ideas, and directly experience how your work makes an impact in our rapidly growing company.
• Catering: Enjoy a fresh, free breakfast and lunch in our office every day, plus plenty of snacks and fruit for an energy boost in between.
• Unforgettable Moments: From our legendary annual ski trip to Christmas parties and performances by our own Picnic band: we celebrate our successes together.
• A Modern Workspace: Our newly renovated office is designed for collaboration and offers you flexible working hours and 30 vacation days (for a 40-hour week).
• Well-being & Balance: We offer professional support for your mental health with OpenUp. And thanks to our dog-friendly office, your four-legged companion is welcome by arrangement.
• The Basics: We provide you with everything for your success – including a laptop and access to exclusive discounts (Corporate Benefits) for travel, tech, and much more.
• Sustainability at its Core: Be part of the revolution. You will contribute to a greener future – through our 100% electric fleet and our supply chain that reduces food waste.
• Attractive Compensation: As a working student, you will earn €14.75/hour (Bachelor) or €15.50/hour (Master) and gain exciting practical experience.
  Feel free to send us your application in English if you already have an English version ready.

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