Category Management Employee

Heinemann Asia Pacific Pte Ltd; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 20.727 - 24.827; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Subsidised parking

Free fruits and drinks

Extensive onboarding

Training and development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Heinemann Asia Pacific Pte Ltd in Hamburg is looking for a Category Manager for spirits, tobacco, and confectionery to optimize product offerings and enhance customer experiences. The ideal candidate will have a business administration degree or relevant experience in category management.

The role includes responsibilities such as product development, analysis, and supplier negotiations, alongside benefits like subsidised parking and extensive training.

Qualifikationen

• Completed business administration degree or several years of experience as a Category Manager, Area Sales Manager, or Shop Manager.
• Sound knowledge and good sense for trends in the food and beverage sector.
• Strong communication skills and an open-minded personality.

Aufgaben

• Further development and optimization of the gourmet food category.
• Conducting and evaluating demand, promotional, and assortment analyses.
• Analyzing product group performance and managing measures for positive development.
• Maintaining relationships with international suppliers.
• Negotiating terms and conditions with local suppliers.
• Supporting the sales team in maximizing sales.

Kenntnisse

Category Management

Trend Analysis

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

SAP

MS Office Suite

Ausbildung

Business Administration Degree

Jobbeschreibung

We offer an exceptional shopping experience for travelers everywhere. In more than 340 duty‑free shops around the globe, our customers will find a remarkable product range that fulfils and exceeds their every wish and expectation. We benefit not only from 140 years of retail experience, but also from the dedication and passion of our staff. From Hamburg to Sydney and beyond – they know how to keep customers happy and inspired with comprehensive product knowledge and extraordinary service. Join our team and discover what we can achieve together.

Your Assortment – Set Trends for Travelers!

Travel, enjoyment, and strong brands – that's what Heinemann has stood for for over 140 years. Whether in the duty‑free shop at the airport, above the clouds, or on a cruise ship: Our assortment creates exceptional shopping experiences worldwide.

As Category Manager for spirits, tobacco, and confectionery, contribute your flair for products, trends, and markets and shape an assortment that delights thousands of travelers every day.

Join us – and make a difference with us!

Category Management Employee

Responsibilities

In close collaboration with our headquarters in Hamburg, you will ensure the optimal product range in the gourmet food category and the best possible shopping experience for our customers. Your main tasks will include:

• Further development and optimization of the gourmet food category (spirits, tobacco, confectionery)
• Conducting and evaluating demand, promotional, and assortment analyses
• Analyzing product group performance and managing measures for positive development
• Maintaining relationships with international suppliers and preparing for and independently conducting assortment discussions
• Negotiating terms and conditions with local suppliers, as well as assortment and activity planning
• Supporting the sales team and our consultants in the gourmet food category in maximizing sales
• Coordinating advertising space planning with Advertising & Promotion, including brand placements

Qualifications

• Completed business administration degree or several years of professional experience as a Category Manager, Area Sales Manager, or Shop Manager
• Sound knowledge and a good sense for trends in the food and beverage sector
• Proficient in SAP and the MS Office suite
• Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken
• Strong communication skills, an open‑minded personality, and strong analytical skills

Benefits

Subsidised parking

Free fruits and drinks

Extensive onboarding

Extensive training and development opportunities

The minimum salary as per the collective agreement is € 2,041 gross per month on a full‑time basis (38.5 hours/week), plus extra pay/allowances for early and late shifts, as well as on Sundays and public holidays.

We welcome all people, regardless of age, ethnicity, nationality, gender identity, religion, ideology, sexual orientation, social background or disability.