Category Executive

METRO/MAKRO; Bağcılar; On-site; TRY 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SenSeç benefits

Above-legal annual leave

Hybrid work Fridays

Job summary

METRO Türkiye is seeking a category management professional to lead day-to-day supplier relations, analyze market trends, and determine product assortments aligned with customer expectations. The role supports cross-functional teams to drive category performance and contribute to Metro's marketing initiatives.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree, 2+ years in FMCG-related category/product management, and strong English, analytical, and multi-tasking skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 2+ years of experience in category/product management or purchasing in FMCG is a plus.
• Excellent written and spoken English is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for building lasting supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day relationships with key suppliers through contracting, ordering, and demand communication.
• Conduct regular market research on supplier, product, and competitor trends.
• Decide product assortment aligned with trends and customer expectations.
• Prepare monthly reports on category operations to review sales performance and actions.
• Provide content for Metro’s marketing campaign tools to reach over 1 million households.
• Coordinate between category and stores and collaborate with Sales, Finance, Marketing, and Logistics to reach targets.

Skills

English proficiency

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At METRO Türkiye, we offer more than just a job — we create meaningful career journeys.

With operations in over30 countriesand more than30 yearsof strong presence in Türkiye, we combine global scale with local impact. We go beyond food retail. We preserve, develop, and carryTurkish culinary cultureinto the future.

As a trusted solution partner to the gastronomy ecosystem, we work side by side with chefs, producers, and businesses to create lasting value.We are also proud to be the official partner of theMichelin Guideceremonies in Türkiye, contributing to the global recognition of Turkish cuisine.

As one of thelargest and strongest companies in our sector, we continue to shape the future of food, sustainability, and responsible business.

Through our initiative“Equality in Our Kitchen”, we place diversity, equity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do.We are also a proud signatory of theWomen’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs).

Recognized as a Top Employer for 9 consecutive years and a Happy Place to Work for 4 years in a row.

• Be part of something bigger than a job — contribute to the gastronomy world as a trusted solution partner
• Create real impact where global expertise meets local culture
• Be yourself at work in an inclusive, diverse, and respectful environment
• Grow continuously through global learning platforms and development opportunities
• Receive meaningful feedback and be supported by strong performance processes
• Build a career without borders with international opportunities

We would love to welcome you to M’s World.

Job Description

• Through a customer oriented approach, leading day-to-day business relationship with the key suppliers through supporting activities including contracting, ordering, communication of demand, volume, delivery time changes, issue resolution, follow up back orders.
• Conducting market research on regular basis to analyze latest supplier, product and competitor trends.
• Deciding product assortment in line with trends and customer expectations.
• Preparing monthly reports about category operations to review sales performance analysis and take necessary actions.
• Providing content for Metro’s marketing campaign tools to reach out over 1 million households.
• Providing communication and coordination between the category and the stores.
• Working collaboratively with Sales Department, Finance, Marketing, Logistics in order to reach category targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• 2+years of experience in related areas (category/product management/purchasing in FMCG sector experience is a plus)
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for a sustainable and powerful relationship with customers
• Strong attention to detail in a high-volume environment that requires extensive multi-tasking and multiple deadlines
• Ability to manage cross-functional relationships and collaborate in a creative, team-oriented environment
• Candidate must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, work well under pressure and prioritize multiple projects
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Being food lover and interested in Gastronomy
• Having passion for a fruitful journey

Additional Information

Why METRO?

• Design your benefits with our flexible “SenSeç”program.
• Enjoy annual leave above legal requirements — starting from 19 days.
• Take the day off and celebrate it your way.
• Hybrid model with remote Fridays + 2 weeks per year from anywhere — because we believe in real work-life balance, not just talking about it.
• Benefit from a wide service network for a comfortable commute.
• Comprehensive private health insurance for you and your spouse and children.
• Exclusive employee discounts and the chance to experience our own brands and quality products.
• Access to psychological, financial, and nutrition counseling.
• As part of our wellbeing program, which provides support across a wide range of areas, our employees can benefit from services such as clinical psychology, nutrition counseling, physiotherapy, and financial advisory support. In addition, they can participate in online Pilates, yoga, and cardio classes free of charge.
• Access sports and wellness opportunities with Multisport.
• Clubs, sports teams, and social events that bring people together.
• Strong feedback culture powered by our Voice It! engagement approach.
• We provide the technology and connectivity you need to do your best work.

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