DM Shop &Strategic Projects

Date: 13 Jun 2025

Location: Bucharest, RO, 013329

Company: OMV Group

Overview of the company

OMV Petrom is the largest energy company in South-Eastern Europe, being active on every aspect of the energy value chain: from wells, producing oil and gas, to refining and fuels distribution, gas supply and power generation & supply. We provide the energy for day-to-day modern life: fuels for mobility, light and heat. We believe that we can only evolve with a diverse mix of employees and by ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

Our Business | OMVPetrom.com

 

At OMV Petrom, we have a long tradition of responsible behavior towards employees, the environment and society. Sustainability means a focus on conducting the business responsibly, efficiently and in an innovative way. We are committed to create long-term value for the company and our stakeholders, while respecting the environment and, supporting the communities in which we operate.

Sustainability | OMVPetrom.com

Your tasks

  • Responsible for leading and coordinating the Category Management team to develop and execute category strategies for the non-fuel retail business within the fuel stations.
  • This role involves overseeing product assortment, pricing, promotional strategies, and ensuring that all categories align with business goals.
  • Is also accountable for the overall profitability of the department, ensuring that each category contributes positively to the financial performance of the business and deliver on the monthly and yearly targets.
  • The role includes managing and implementing key projects aimed at improving category performance and enhancing customer experience.
  • Provide guidance and support to Category Managers on category development, negotiation strategies, and supplier relationships
  • Oversee the development and execution of category strategies for product ranges in the convenience stores, ensuring they align with customer needs, market trends, and profitability goals.
  • Analyze the financial impact of product range decisions, pricing strategies, and promotional activities, adjusting as necessary to meet or exceed profit targets.
  • Lead and manage key cross-functional projects (examples; category optimization, efficiency and digitalization projects, new operating models, etc)

Your profile

  • Master's degree: Techincal studies
  • Relevant professional experience: > 9 years
  • At least 5-7 years of experience in Category Management or Retail Management, with a strong focus on leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Proven experience in managing a team of Category Managers or similar roles, with excellent leadership, coaching, and development skills.
  • Strong understanding of retail and category management principles, including product assortment, pricing, promotions, and supplier negotiations.
  • Experience in the fuel retail industry or convenience store management is a plus.
  • Proficient in retail management software and data analysis tools (Excel, SAP, Power BI, etc.).
  • Role requires business traveling: field visits as well as perticipating to local and international business meetings/fairs  and representing the team.
  • Fluent in English

Location

Bucharest

What OMV Petrom can offer

  • Long weekend plans are always welcome - on Friday, our office hours end at 14.00.
  • You can rely on a health insurance that covers medical treatment in a variety of private medical clinics.
  • You can work from home, if the work activity allows.
  • The number of your days off increase according to your work experience so that you'll enjoy more free time.
  • We aim to make your vacation days happier, by paying each vacation day double.
  • Are you a top performer? Your work can be rewarded each three months based on performance results.
  • Additional days off and various financial support for different events like marriage, child birth, etc.
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning and a variety of development programs.
  • Do you prefer cars or bikes? We have free private covered parking.