Junior Category Manager - Bakery
At Rohlik Group, we're changing how people shop for food — faster, smarter, and with an obsession for quality. And Bakery is one of the categories customers notice first. Freshness, consistency, local suppliers, daily demand — it's a category with a direct impact on customer experience and loyalty.
We're now looking for a Junior Category Manager – Bakery who will support the growth and performance of this important category. Someone who enjoys working with data, suppliers and day-to-day commercial operations, and who wants to grow into a stronger category role over time.
WHY THIS ROLE IS EXCITING
- You'll have a direct impact on one of the most visible and sensitive categories in food retail.
- You'll work with products customers buy frequently — where freshness, quality and timing really matter.
- You'll grow in a category where commercial thinking, supplier relationships and operational detail all come together.
- You'll work in an environment where decisions are made quickly and based on data, not hierarchy.
- You'll see the impact of your work on sales, margin and customer satisfaction.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Support the commercial performance of the Bakery category
- Work closely with bakery suppliers and support category reviews and commercial negotiations
- Help manage assortment, pricing and promotions across the category
- Collaborate with Marketing and Supply Chain to support campaigns and stock availability
- Support the introduction of new products and seasonal ranges
- Monitor supplier pricing, stock situation, trends and operational updates
- Work with data, reports and analysis to support better commercial decisions
- Help optimise processes across the bakery value chain — from supplier coordination to daily execution
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- We're looking for someone who combines commercial curiosity, analytical thinking and a willingness to learn
- At least 1+ year of experience in category management, buying, sales support, trade marketing or a similar commercial role
- Experience in Bakery, Food retail, FMCG or fresh categories is a strong advantage
- Strong interest in working with data, Excel and AI tools in daily practice
- Good organisational skills and the ability to follow through on tasks
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with suppliers and internal teams
- Advanced German and advanced English (written and spoken)
- Driving licence (Class B) is required for supplier visits
WHAT WE OFFER
- Unlimited vacation days to support a healthy work-life balance
- Monthly vouchers: €45 tax-free via become.1
- €20 monthly internet allowance
- Knuspr Xtra account and 10% discount in the form of Knuspr credits / cashback
- Great discounts through Corporate Benefits – fitness, travel, tickets, shopping and much more
- Real growth: we're not a traditional corporate. Here, you can help shape Category Management in e-commerce from the ground up and take on real ownership
- Knuspr vibe: an international team, flat hierarchy, and a first-name culture where mistakes are seen as opportunities to learn
- We're looking for someone who combines commercial curiosity, analytical thinking and a willingness to learn
- At least 1+ year of experience in category management, buying, sales support, trade marketing or a similar commercial role
- Experience in Bakery, Food retail, FMCG or fresh categories is a strong advantage
- Strong interest in working with data, Excel and AI tools in daily practice
- Good organisational skills and the ability to follow through on tasks
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with suppliers and internal teams
- Advanced German and advanced English (written and spoken)
- Driving licence (Class B) is required for supplier visits
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