Category Manager - Remote

Overview

The Category Manager is part of the commercial team whose main goal is to generate income by executing purchase and sales strategies, responsible for maintaining and developing existing customer and supplier relationships while identifying market opportunities.

In Short

• Join the Fruit and Vegetable Desk Team as a Category Manager.
• Execute purchase and sales strategies to generate income.
• Manage procurement and sales of assigned product groups.
• Develop strategic partnerships with customers and suppliers.
• Gather market information and monitor price movements.
• Ensure optimal customer satisfaction and handle product complaints.
• Travel to visit customers and suppliers and attend trade fairs.
• Maintain knowledge of international market developments.
• Collaborate with technical and logistical teams.
• 5+ years of experience in category management or international trade required.

Requirements

• BA in Business Management, International Trade, Agriculture, or related field.
• Experience in an import/export environment.
• Knowledge of ERP systems; Axapta is a plus.
• Affinity with food ingredients and the organic industry.
• Excellent proficiency in English; other languages are a plus.
• Strong organizational and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under stress and prioritize effectively.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• 11 paid holidays.
• 401(K) matching.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Life Insurance.
• Educational Assistance.
• Paid Paternity Leave.
• Volunteering Paid Time Off.