Group Category Manager

vor 3 Wochen


Offenbach, Hessen, Deutschland STARK Deutschland Vollzeit

At STARK Deutschland, we are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our Hand Tools Category as a Group Category Manager. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our business and drive growth in one of our key categories.

Job Content

  • Develop and implement a Group Category Strategy for Hand Tools, aligned with our Sourcing Advisory Board decisions.
  • Define the optimal supplier portfolio, considering concentration and balance, net cost price, brand power, and tender vs. forecast utilization.
  • Coordinate and lead the review and implementation of assortment activities in collaboration with our Business Units category teams.
  • Establish supplier frame contracts and strategic processes in cooperation with our Business Units sourcing management.
  • Define and agree on campaigns and marketing activities in coordination with our Business Units category teams.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for group suppliers in the category, be accountable for suppliers joining the European Supplier Program (ESP), and develop and maintain partnerships with suppliers in the ESP.
  • Perform cost driver breakdowns, analyze supplier performance, and monitor market developments to inform category and sourcing decisions.
  • Establish a structured meeting framework with key suppliers/partners and internal stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and effective communication.
  • Facilitate sharing of best practices to drive performance and compliance.
  • Drive and manage agreed-upon European activities with European suppliers, ensuring successful execution.
  • Undertake and oversee digitalization projects in cooperation with European supplier/partners, leveraging technological advancements for operational excellence and growth.

What We Offer

  • A newly established role in a large and further internationally expanding company with the opportunity to influence and add true value.
  • Closeness to top management and decision-making.
  • A flexible work environment.
  • You will report directly to Group Category Director Light Building Materials, Johan Ellwén.
  • Your manager is located in Sweden, but relocation is not necessary for this position.
  • However, some traveling must be expected since you will have a lot of interactions with local business unit teams.

Who We Are Looking For

  • You have a strong business acumen and a will to be the best in Hand Tools in Europe.
  • A capability and interest to work on everything, from strategy and strategic direction to details on product level.
  • You have excellent stakeholder management skills, as well as strong relationship management and networking skills.
  • You have a capability and interest to work on everything, from strategy and strategic direction to details on product level.
  • You have excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • You have prior experience in category management, experience from the industry is a plus, but not a must.
  • You are resilient and able to constructively challenge and influence at a senior level.
  • You have proven experience with fact-based and strategic negotiation skills.
  • You understand operational execution/processes and challenges.
  • You possess strong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to assimilate information.
  • You are self-motivated and results-driven.
  • Ability to multi-task, going the extra mile, and meeting deadlines are important to you.
  • Comfortable working in English (corporate language).

Deadline and Questions

We look very much forward to receiving your job application at the latest.


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