Senior Category Manager (m/f/d)

In a Nutshell

As a Senior Category Manager, you will be responsible for several categories and will be significantly responsible for strategic development. You will work on cross-functional projects that may be relevant to multiple teams, and will also be responsible for supplier management. Furthermore, you will take on the leadership of the Category team, including coaching, development, and feedback for employees. Your task is to motivate the team, achieve targets, and continuously optimize the strategic direction of the categories.

What awaits you

• Category Management: Taking responsibility for several categories and their continuous development
• Team Leadership: Leading a team of Category Managers and Associates, including fostering and developing employees
• Project Work: Leading cross-functional projects to improve processes and implement company strategies
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborating with Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Marketing teams to ensure optimal category performance
• Analysis: Finding the right trade-offs on topics such as pricing, promotions, and availability in your product portfolio

What you bring

• A successfully completed Bachelor's or Master's degree in a business or analytical field
• 4+ years of professional experience in Category Management or Purchasing
• Fluent German and English language skills
• Strong analytical mindset to identify opportunities and potential for optimization
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to proactively address challenges and find innovative solutions
• Leadership skills and emotional intelligence to motivate and effectively lead a team
• Willingness to work four to five days a week in our brand-new office in Düsseldorf

What you can look forward to

• Get started with us: Become part of our international team in an environment that promotes real growth and an "Act like an Owner" mentality. Drive projects independently, test new ideas, and benefit from specialized training while shaping the success of our company directly
• Catering: Enjoy fresh, free breakfast and lunch in our office every day, with 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 flexible working hours and 30 days of vacation
• Individual Mobility: You decide how you get to us. We offer a subsidized Deutschlandticket and a "Lease-a-Bike" program
• 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 mobile phone, as well as access to exclusive discounts (Corporate Benefits) for travel, technology, and much more
• Sustainability at its Core: Become part of the revolution. You contribute to a greener future – through our 100% electric fleet and our supply chain that reduces food waste

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