Category Specialist

Added
28 days ago
Type
Full time
Salary
Salary not provided

Related skills

negotiation vendor management sourcing procurement category management
About Wolt

At Wolt, we create technology that brings joy, simplicity and earnings to the neighborhoods of the world. In 2014 we started with delivery of restaurant food. Now we’re building the delivery of (almost) everything and you’ll find us in over 500 cities in 30 countries around the world. In 2022 we joined forces with DoorDash and together we keep on dreaming big and expanding across the globe.Working at Wolt isn’t always easy, but it’s definitely exciting. Here you’ll learn more, build more, and ship more than in most other companies. You’ll be challenged a lot, but also have a lot of fun on the way. So, if you’re a self-starter with drive and entrepreneurial spirit, this could be the ride of your life.

As a Wolt Market Category Specialist you have ownership of category performance across ultra fresh (fruit & veg, bakery, meat) categories. You own the assortment, trading plan and all supplier relationships for selected categories. You will have to work closely with our stores to ensure that we have the right assortment at every location, and with our supply team to ensure that we are always in stock, as well as with our retail partners to ensure we are constantly optimizing our trading performance. You will also need to work closely with the store operations team and support the development of goods receiving processes, while never losing sight of commercial priorities.

In this role, you’ll get a lot of help and support on the way, but are also expected to be an amazing independent colleague with an exceptional ability to execute every single day.

What you’ll be doing
  • Listing of new products, managing data related to suppliers and products in selection, constantly update it at a store level to meet customer needs
  • Participating in effective negotiations with suppliers to establish joint goals, improve cost structure, and sustainably grow the P&L.
  • Execute key tasks such as campaigns, pricing and category projects .
  • Work cross-functionally with counterparts across in-stock management, marketing, finance, and retail systems to operate and grow the business.
  • Continually improve and automate manual processes to enable you and your team to scale better as the business grows.
  • Analyses and reporting regarding categories and products performance
Our humble expectations*
  • Bachelor’s degree in Economics or a related field
  • 2+ years of relevant experience in retail procurement, preferably within the FMCG sector.
  • Strong analytical skills with intermediate proficiency in Excel and/or Google Sheets.
  • A commercial mindset with the ability to balance growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.
What we offer
  • Joining one of the world's leading e-commerce company and having a direct impact on results
  • Opportunity to gain relevant experience in the retail industry and participate in testing new solutions
  • Breakfast, fruits, and snacks in the dog-friendly office
  • Wolt employee discount (credits)
  • Cafeteria (Szép-kártya)
  • All You Can Move card option
Next steps*

After you apply,, you will go through a series of interviews:

  • HR interview (15-30 minutes - in English)
  • Manager interview (45 minutes - English or Hungarian)
  • Assignment (60-90 minutes - English or Hungarian)

We look forward to receiving your application, good luck!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.

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