Category Manager

Opis pozicije

The Category Manager will join the Purchasing Department within the Commercial Division and act as a product specialist for the assigned category. The role will support product development activities, category analysis, supplier evaluation, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure product quality and competitiveness.

• Analyse the assigned category, monitoring market trends and product developments

• Support product development activities, including the definition and management of product specifications

• Manage the product assortment and monitor pricing and profitability

• Participate in supplier selection and evaluation, as well as negotiations with suppliers and the definition of commercial terms

• Collaborate closely with the Marketing and Quality departments on product-related projects and initiatives

• Conduct qualitative product assessments to support product improvement and category management

Uslovi

• Degree in Food Science and Technology or a related field

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in category management or a comparable role; experience in both food and non-food categories can be considered

• English language proficiency at minimum B2 level

Candidate’s profile:

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, ensuring an effective flow of information

• Analytical approach, with the ability to analyse, interpret, and translate data into meaningful insights to support product management and performance monitoring

• Reliable and consistent in delivering assigned activities, ensuring compliance with company procedures and standards

• Strong planning and organization skills, with the ability to manage daily activities and deadlines effectively while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and traceability in analytical and administrative tasks

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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