Head of Global Category Management - Non-Food (m/w/d)

Happier Pets. Happier People

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