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Head of Category Management (Wholesale)
About this role
At efood, we're looking for a Head of Category Management to join our wholesale business, Alfa Dianomes , and drive its commercial strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships, and optimize category performance across our wholesale operations. Reporting directly to the Senior Director , you will lead a team of 7 professionals , playing a key role in driving revenue growth, profitability, and commercial excellence. What you'll do Develop and execute the company's buying and category management strategy, optimizing assortment, pricing, and profitability.
Lead strategic supplier negotiations, securing competitive commercial terms and building long-term partnerships. Drive category performance through effective pricing, promotional planning, and margin optimization. Identify new market opportunities, consumer trends, and commercial initiatives to strengthen our competitive positioning. Oversee commercial planning, budgeting, and performance monitoring across categories and suppliers.
Collaborate with Finance, Operations, and Logistics to optimize inventory performance, working capital, and commercial efficiency. Lead and develop a team of 7 professionals across Category Management, Demand Planning, and Master Data, fostering a high-performance culture. 3–5 years of people management experience, with demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams. Strong expertise in supplier negotiations, procurement, assortment management, pricing, and margin optimization.
Excellent commercial acumen, analytical thinking, and financial understanding, with proficiency in Excel and ERP systems. Strategic mindset, strong ownership, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive cross-functional collaboration. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field. We recognize good work and we want our people to feel appreciated! That’s why we offer an attractive remuneration package for what you bring in! 💰 We share a passion for food, so you will certainly appreciate the ticket restaurant card 💳 to spend in restaurants and/or food supplies.
We are efooders after all! We take care of you with Private Medical & Life Insurance from day #1 to keep you healthy and safe! 🍎 We prioritize your mental health 🧠 and offer round-the-clock access to an online mental health platform. You can schedule unlimited therapy sessions with certified psychologists and coaching sessions with experienced coaches. We want you to grow with us 🚀 ! And to help you keep improving, we provide you access to our online training platform where you can study 📖 topics for your personal and professional growth! Are you a cappuccino lover ☕? Do you desperately want a cookie? Our inhouse cafeteria got you covered! If you want to stay in shape 🏋️ , our in-house gym awaits you fully equipped! We are passionate about exploring, growing & learning and our Global Mobility plan is created to help our people find their purpose around the world! 🌎 Saving for the future? We’ve got your back! Our Pension Plan helps you invest in tomorrow while you enjoy today! 💼 Free efood pro Subscription: Perks of the job! Enjoy a complimentary efood pro subscription for free deliveries and exclusive discounts on your favorite meals and groceries.