Category manager (International retailer)

Our client is an international home goods retailer. Ranks first in Europe and third in the world in the DIY segment, represented in 12 countries in Asia, Europe and South America. A huge company in which daily activities are based on a commitment to people, quality and the environment.

About the role

The Category Manager position is for a candidate with analytical ability, project management skills, a passion for retail, a high level of flexibility and a proven track record. He will play a critical role in managing the category to improve the profitability and key performance of the assigned group.

The company offers

We know that you have a choice, so first we will tell you the working conditions:

• access to world practices and close communication with 12 foreign business units,
• international career opportunity
• corporate business training from European trainers,
• official employment according to the Labor Code of Ukraine,
• health insurance from the first days, and after 2.5 years for the family,
• employee life insurance
• competitive wages. 

Duties will include

• Act as the “business owner” of the assigned category.
• Have an understanding of the industry, seasonality and business trends, as well as keep an eye on competitor activity.
• Create a customer-oriented product matrix and monitor its effectiveness.
• Manage category pricing and margins.
• Develop new sources of procurement and negotiate effectively with suppliers to establish shared goals.
• Influence the design of your category, as well as contribute to new product groups and improve the customer experience.
• Conduct financial analysis of business opportunities to meet and exceed revenue and profitability targets.
• Interact with colleagues from other departments, stores and e-commerce to achieve business goals. 

Candidate Expectations

Primary requirements:

• higher education,
• Procurement management experience in retail, operations, consulting and/or business management,
• excellent written and oral communication skills in English

 Will be a plus:

• experience in negotiations with suppliers,
• pricing and promotion skills,
• experience in inventory management for online and stationary sales, product development and P&L responsibility,
• Excel skills at a high level
• Experience in managing complex projects. 

 If you are interested in the vacancy and are interested in the details, we are waiting for your resume.