Product Manager: Food & Hot Beverages

Product Manager: Food & Hot Beverages In this responsible role, you will take over the operational management as well as the economic further development of the Food & Hot Beverages assortment area. Your goal is to sustainably maximize revenue growth and profitability and, together with manufacturers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, to design an attractive, competitive product portfolio for our B2C and B2B customers in online retail. Product Manager: Food & Hot Beverages What awaits you Assumption of strategic, financial (revenue, contribution margin, budget) and operational responsibility for the managed assortments and manufacturers in the Food & Hot Beverages area Active further development of the assortment based on sound business analyses and relevant performance KPIs Observation of market, consumption, and industry trends as well as early recognition and utilization of new potentials Evaluation of new manufacturers and suppliers to ensure competitive and reliable sources of supply Independent negotiation of contracts, purchasing conditions, and bonus models as well as development of attractive, cross-channel pricing Close cooperation with purchasing to ensure optimal stock levels, target ranges, and high product availability Planning and implementation of effective marketing and communication measures together with manufacturers, marketing, and sales Central role as an interface between internal specialist departments and external partners for smooth cooperation What you bring with you Completed basic commercial training (EFZ) or a comparable education Further training or studies in the field of Product Management, Purchasing, Marketing, or Business Administration At least 3 years of professional experience in Product Management, Category Management, or Purchasing, ideally in an e-commerce environment Experience in dealing with suppliers and manufacturers as well as strong negotiation skills Very good analytical understanding and enjoyment of working with numbers and KPIs Enthusiasm for digitalization, automation, and data-driven assortment management Confident handling of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Navision) as well as MS Office, especially Excel Independent, structured, and efficient way of working with high initiative Strong communication skills in German (business fluent) and English, French is an advantage Are you interested or do you have further questions? Icobas is happy to assist you with any questions. Write an e-mail (<>) About us «Together we shape the trade of tomorrow» employs around 1300 people and generates over one billion in turnover. The company exists because one person had the courage to find new ways and walk them. Our success story shows that through every individual, something great arises together and we love our uniqueness. We set ambitious goals; in doing so, it is very important to us that we act responsibly, encourage and challenge each other, and have joy in what we do every day. Our recruitment process You create your profile in our career portal and apply directly online for the advertised position. You will immediately receive an acknowledgment of receipt and within at most 10 working days you will receive feedback on how to proceed. While you extend your patience to us, we take personal time to review your application and define the next steps. If your documents are convincing, then we will get to know each other via live video call or in a personal interview. The «match» is mutually confirmed. Then we proceed to the second round of interviews where you get to know your future workplace and the team. YES – we have decided on each other! The employment contract will be delivered to you digitally and after the conclusion of the contract, you will receive access to our internal communication channels and at the same time we will prepare your onboarding process. Benefits Discounts: Attractive discounts in the Brack online shop as well as lunch discounts and staff restaurants in Mägenwil and Willisau. Recovery: At least 5 weeks of vacation, additionally there is the possibility for vacation purchase and unpaid leave. Development: Internal training in our own Academy as well as financial participation in external further training. Family: 18 weeks paid maternity leave with the possibility of extension and 4 weeks paid paternity leave. Insurance: Super-mandatory – 100% continued payment of salary as well as full financing of the daily sickness insurance by the employer. Mobility: Free parking spaces, financial participation in public transport and pool vehicles for business appointments. jpid5e08eeajm jit0729jm jiy26jm