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Category Manager(m/w/x)
Category strategy and assortment optimization for pet supplies Non-Food categories. Several years of category management experience required. Pro rata mobile working, flexible hours.
Requirements
- Degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, Marketing, Economics, or comparable field
- Several years of experience in Category Management, Assortment Management, Buying, or Commercial Retail, ideally in Non-Food
- Strong commercial understanding of assortment steering, category performance management, pricing, and promotions
- Strong analytical skills and confidence with sales data, KPIs, and performance reports
- Good negotiation skills and confidence with internal and external stakeholders
- Structured, solution-oriented working style, ability to manage complex topics independently
- Strong communication skills in an international environment
Tasks
- Drive sales, margin, and customer relevance for assigned Non-Food categories
- Develop and implement category strategies, customer missions, and assortment architectures
- Translate market trends, customer insights, and performance data into assortment, pricing, and promotion decisions
- Manage and optimize the merchandise mix for Exclusive Brands and branded supplier portfolios
- Analyze sales, margin, stock, and market data to identify opportunities and risks
- Collaborate with Sourcing, EB Development, Space Management, Planning, Marketing Activation, and country teams
- Contribute to building the future Non-Food Category Management framework
- Enhance cross-functional ways of working
Work Experience
- approx. 1 - 4 years
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Languages
- German – Fluent
- English – Advanced
Benefits
Flexible Working
- Pro rata mobile working
- Flexible working hours
Informal Culture
- Open, familiar, appreciative culture
- Dogs welcome in offices
Team Events
- Team events
Startup Environment
- Dynamic, innovative, agile working environment
- Freedom to implement ideas
Purpose-Driven Work
- High level of personal responsibility
Learning & Development
- Regular trainings and seminars
Healthcare & Fitness
- Preventive care offers
- Fitness offers
- Yoga@work
Corporate Discounts
- Employee discounts
Company Bike
- Company leasing bikes
Retirement Plans
- Company pension plan
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Category Manager(m/w/x)
Category strategy and assortment optimization for pet supplies Non-Food categories. Several years of category management experience required. Pro rata mobile working, flexible hours.
Requirements
- Degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, Marketing, Economics, or comparable field
- Several years of experience in Category Management, Assortment Management, Buying, or Commercial Retail, ideally in Non-Food
- Strong commercial understanding of assortment steering, category performance management, pricing, and promotions
- Strong analytical skills and confidence with sales data, KPIs, and performance reports
- Good negotiation skills and confidence with internal and external stakeholders
- Structured, solution-oriented working style, ability to manage complex topics independently
- Strong communication skills in an international environment
Tasks
- Drive sales, margin, and customer relevance for assigned Non-Food categories
- Develop and implement category strategies, customer missions, and assortment architectures
- Translate market trends, customer insights, and performance data into assortment, pricing, and promotion decisions
- Manage and optimize the merchandise mix for Exclusive Brands and branded supplier portfolios
- Analyze sales, margin, stock, and market data to identify opportunities and risks
- Collaborate with Sourcing, EB Development, Space Management, Planning, Marketing Activation, and country teams
- Contribute to building the future Non-Food Category Management framework
- Enhance cross-functional ways of working
Work Experience
- approx. 1 - 4 years
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Languages
- German – Fluent
- English – Advanced
Benefits
Flexible Working
- Pro rata mobile working
- Flexible working hours
Informal Culture
- Open, familiar, appreciative culture
- Dogs welcome in offices
Team Events
- Team events
Startup Environment
- Dynamic, innovative, agile working environment
- Freedom to implement ideas
Purpose-Driven Work
- High level of personal responsibility
Learning & Development
- Regular trainings and seminars
Healthcare & Fitness
- Preventive care offers
- Fitness offers
- Yoga@work
Corporate Discounts
- Employee discounts
Company Bike
- Company leasing bikes
Retirement Plans
- Company pension plan
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About the Company
Fressnapf | Maxi Zoo
Industry
Retail
Description
Fressnapf | Maxi Zoo macht das Zusammenleben von Mensch und Tier einfacher, besser und glücklicher durch seine über 1.700 Märkte.
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