Category Manager - Global Food

Jingdong Development France; United States; A distancia; GBP 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

JD.com is seeking a European Retail Category Manager to drive category performance across GMV, margins, and inventory turnover. You will shape strategies, manage supplier relationships, and coordinate with marketing, operations, and finance to meet growth targets.

You will collaborate with local and international suppliers, optimize assortments, negotiate terms, and monitor market trends to sustain competitive pricing and healthy margins across European markets.

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in buying, merchandising, category management or commercial roles.
• Strong commercial awareness with understanding of sales, margin, pricing and inventory management.
• Proven experience in supplier sourcing and commercial negotiation.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision making.
• Results-oriented with ownership and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsabilidades

• Own the overall commercial performance of assigned categories, including GMV, gross margin, inventory turnover, availability and customer growth.
• Develop and execute category strategies based on customer demand, market trends and competitor analysis.
• Identify, develop and manage local and international suppliers, brands and manufacturers.
• Negotiate purchase prices, payment terms, rebates, promotional support and other commercial conditions.
• Build and continuously optimize product assortment, including new product introduction and underperforming SKU elimination.
• Develop competitive pricing and promotional strategies to drive sales while maintaining healthy margins.
• Manage inventory levels, demand forecasting and replenishment to improve product availability and reduce overstock and aged inventory.
• Monitor category performance and identify business opportunities through regular data analysis.
• Work closely with Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance and other commercial teams to deliver business targets.
• Build strong relationships with strategic suppliers and explore opportunities for direct sourcing and long-term partnerships.
• Track market developments, competitors, customer behavior and emerging product trends across European markets.

Conocimientos

Category management

Supplier sourcing

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree or above

Descripción del empleo

Who We Are

At JD.com, also known as JINGDONG, we are building one of the world's most trusted technology and supply chain ecosystems. What started as a bold idea in China has evolved into a NASDAQ-listed, Fortune 44 global enterprise serving over 700 million active customers. Powered by advanced logistics, innovative technology, and a commitment to integrity, JD.com operates across retail, logistics, technology, property and more, creating solutions that make everyday life smarter, faster, and more connected.

Our Global Reach

JD.com is expanding its international footprint through a digitally intelligent, cross-border supply chain and world-class logistics network, supported by platforms such as Joybuy, which brings trusted products to customers worldwide. Today, our teams operate across China, the U.S., U.K., Netherlands, France, Germany, Spain, Brazil, Hungary, Japan, South Korea, Australia, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and beyond, reaching customers in every corner of the world.

Learn more about who we are and what we do: https://corporate.jd.com/

What We Offer

Joining JD.com means becoming part of a company where people, innovation, and impact go hand in hand. We offer a competitive salary, a great location, and a supportive, people-first culture where your growth truly matters. With access to global projects, learning opportunities, and an inclusive environment that values every voice, you'll have the space to shape the future with us.

About The Team

You’ll be joining the JD.com team, which values collaboration, ownership, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Joybuy Category Manager (European Retail Business)

Joybuy is looking for a results-driven Category Manager to join our European retail business. In this role, you will be responsible for category growth and commercial performance, covering supplier development, assortment planning, pricing, promotions, inventory management and sales performance. You will work closely with suppliers and internal teams to build a competitive product assortment and deliver sustainable GMV and margin growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the overall commercial performance of assigned categories, including GMV , gross margin , inventory turnover, availability and customer growth.
• Develop and execute category strategies based on customer demand, market trends and competitor analysis.
• Identify, develop and manage local and international suppliers, brands and manufacturers.
• Negotiate purchase prices, payment terms, rebates, promotional support and other commercial conditions.
• Build and continuously optimize product assortment, including new product introduction and underperforming SKU elimination.
• Develop competitive pricing and promotional strategies to drive sales while maintaining healthy margins.
• Manage inventory levels, demand forecasting and replenishment to improve product availability and reduce overstock and aged inventory.
• Monitor category performance and identify business opportunities through regular data analysis.
• Work closely with Marketing , Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance and other commercial teams to deliver business targets.
• Build strong relationships with strategic suppliers and explore opportunities for direct sourcing and long-term partnerships.
• Track market developments, competitors, customer behavior and emerging product trends across European markets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or above.
• 5+ years of experience in buying, merchandising, category management or commercial roles, preferably in retail, e-commerce or food industry.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of sales, margin , pricing and inventory management.
• Proven experience in supplier sourcing and commercial negotiation.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to make decisions based on business data.
• Results-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

At JD.com, we're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.