Job Description

We do everything we can to make the lives of pets and pet parents easier, better and happier: Happier Pets. Happier People. We achieve this because we know our customers better than anyone else – because we are pet friends like them. This mindset has made us Europe’s number one in pet supplies – a position we are determined to strengthen. That's why we are looking for people who take responsibility, think boldly, and want to grow with us. Do you want to shape the future of retailing? Welcome to Fressnapf!

What you will do with us

• Lead the global strategic and commercial development of the Non-Food category portfolio, with responsibility for growth, profitability and competitive positioning
• Define and execute the global category strategy, translating customer needs, market trends and business performance into clear assortment and portfolio priorities
• Drive innovation, assortment optimization and commercial performance, with a strong focus on customer relevance, SKU productivity and Exclusive Brand development
• Ensure strong end-to-end execution across Category Management, Brand Management, Product Development, Asia, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality Management and local markets
• Build and lead a high-performing Global Category Management team with clear ownership, strong ways of working and a culture of accountability

What you will bring with you

• University degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, Marketing, Economics or a comparable field
• 8–10 years of relevant experience in Category Management, Buying or Commercial Management, ideally in retail or consumer goods
• Several years of leadership experience and a proven ability to lead and develop senior professionals
• Strong strategic, commercial and analytical capabilities, combined with a hands-on execution mindset
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills in an international and cross-functional environment
• Very good English and German skills; additional European languages are an advantage

Why join us?

• Your freedom: pro rata mobile working and flexible working hours
• Your team: open, familiar, appreciative culture incl. team events
• Your environment: dynamic, innovative and agile working environment
• Your role: high level of personal responsibility and freedom to implement your ideas
• Your development: regular trainings and seminars in our academy
• Your four-legged friend: dogs are welcome in our offices (campus)
• Your health: numerous offers for preventive care, fitness, Yoga@work, etc.
• Your benefits: employee discounts, company leasing bikes, company pension plan and much more

Does the job advertisement sound interesting to you?

Then apply now! Together with your passion, we can make a big difference to make the coexistence of people and animals easier, better and happier.

This position will be filled at Fressnapf Tiernahrungs GmbH within the Fressnapf | Maxi Zoo Group.