across Europe
Senior Category Manager - Accessories & Lifestyle
Where your expertise is needed
AUTODOC is a leading online retailer of vehicle parts and accessories in Europe. The company, which was founded 15 years ago by Alexej Erdle, Max Wegner, and Vitalij Kungel in Berlin, quickly developed into one of the fastest-growing e-commerce companies in Europe. In 2021, AUTODOC achieved sales of over one billion euros. AUTODOC stocks 5.4 million products for 166 car, 23 truck, and 154 motorcycle brands. AUTODOC operates in 27 European countries and employs around 5,000 people at six locations.
What we’re looking for
Category Strategy and Planning:
Develop and execute category strategies aligned with overall company objectives.
Conduct market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
Define product assortment and pricing strategies based on market dynamics, customer demand, and profitability goals.
Establish strategic partnerships with suppliers and negotiate favorable terms and conditions.
Team Leadership and Management:
Lead a team of category managers, providing guidance, support, and fostering a high-performance culture.
Set clear objectives, conduct regular performance evaluations, and provide coaching and development opportunities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as purchasing, marketing, and operations to align strategies and ensure seamless execution.
Product Assortment and Optimization:
Manage the product lifecycle, including assortment planning, new product introductions, and end-of-life management.
Analyze sales data, customer feedback, and market trends to identify opportunities for assortment optimization.
Work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to maintain strong product availability and quality standards.
Monitor and react to changes in the competitive landscape to maintain a competitive advantage.
Business Performance and Analysis:
Monitor category performance metrics, including sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
Conduct regular business reviews to identify areas of improvement and develop action plans.
Utilize data analysis tools and techniques to extract insights and drive data-driven decision-making.
Collaborate with the marketing team to develop effective promotional and marketing campaigns for the category.
Qualifications:
12 + years working in a vendor management or P/L ownership role preferred
8+ years in Automotive or Automotive spare parts or e-commece/retail
Fluent English
Proven experience in category management, product management, or related roles within the automotive or e-commerce industry
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
Excellent analytical and strategic thinking
Proficiency in using data analysis tools and systems
Great communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.
Qualifications (Nice to have):
Masters or Postgraduate degree in business management
Additional European language will be considered as a plus
Perks at work
- Competitive salaries based on your professional experience
- Fast growing international company with stable employment
- A cafeteria benefit system, thanks to which you can choose the option you will use - life insurance, private medical care, sports card, cinema tickets and others
- Guaranteed 26 days of vacation per calendar year, regardless of seniority and an extra day off so you can celebrate your birthday
- Mental Wellbeing Program – the opportunity for free psychological counseling for you and your family members 24/7 hotline and online sessions
- AUTODOC Corporate Discount (1,080 Euros per annum) to order parts for their own use at special discounted rates
- Opportunities for advancement, further trainings (over 650 courses on soft and hard skills on our e-learning platform) and coaching
- Free English, German and Polish language classes
- Flexible working hours and hybrid work model
We are looking forward to receiving your application! Please send us your application documents including your CV in English, salary expectation, and earliest possible start date.
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