We are seeking an entrepreneurial Manager, Category Management (FMCG Impulse) who will be responsible for the sourcing and merchandising of a category within foodpanda’s New Verticals team.
Full P&L responsibility for the assigned Impulse categories, including revenue, margin & other supplier income
Develop and execute aligned category strategy to meet with KPIs
Ensure pandamart has the right selections and best prices in the market
Work with existing suppliers to negotiate cost, funding and terms improvement, secure supplier marketing and advertising spend, and ensure a reliable and operationally effective flow of goods to our fulfilment centre
Work to develop new sourcing and extended range to ensure we have high quality, good value goods available to our customers year-round
Employ data-driven decision-making to drive the category. Work closely with marketing and supply chain to forecast demand and ensure consistent supply
Work cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Operations, Imports, Pricing, Strategy, Finance and Marketing to deliver strategic projects that allow pandamart to offer the best customer experience
Spearhead commercial initiatives independently while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
What you need to be successful
Bachelor’s Degree or relevant
3+ years' relevant work experience, preferably in FMCG, retail, account and category management
Candidates with less experience will be considered as Associate Managers
Demonstrated track record of successful negotiations, influence and overall relationship management (both internal and external)
Ability to work autonomously in a highly demanding and often ambiguous environment, with strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills
Ability and desire to contribute to wider team performance and culture
Strong analytical skills
Great communication skills (both oral and written) are a must
Proficient in MS Office & G-suite
Past Supplier Acquisition experience are good to have
Who we are
foodpanda is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.
What's in it for you
Challenging and fulfilling steep learning curve
Vibrant, dynamic & international workplace
Periodic fun & engaging company events & team activities
Tasty Thursdays
Birthday Leave
Work Anniversar(ies) Leave
Opportunity to be a value-adding contributor to this fast-growing global company
