Expert Category Management RO

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

• The Category Manager is responsible for developing and executing commercial strategies for the non-fuel product categories sold within fuel stations (e.g., food-to-go, beverages, FMCG, car accessories, and adjacent services). The role aims to drive profitability, optimize product assortment, and enhance customer experience in convenience store formats.
• Conduct comprehensive market research to identify emerging trends, new products, and potential suppliers.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms, pricing.
• Evaluate and select products based on quality, pricing, and customer demand, ensuring a diverse and appealing product assortment according with brand strategies, and categories role.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, from initial sourcing to final delivery, ensuring compliance with company standards and policies.
• Develop, implement and execute category strategies that align with overall business objectives and drive sales growth.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and customer feedback to optimize product assortment, pricing strategies, and promotional activities.
• Monitor category performance, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Managa and drive private lable development within allocated category
• Develop and design planograms that optimize product placement and enhance the overall shopping experience.
• Ensure planograms are aligned with category strategies and merchandising principles to drive sales and profitability.

Your profile

• Master's degree: Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Relevant professional experience: 5-7 years in buying and category management within the retail industry.
• Proven track record of successful product selection, supplier negotiation, and category growth.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent understanding of market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscape.
• Proficiency in inventory management and purchasing software (e.g., SAP).
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Management experience: at least 3 years in in managing projects
• Management competence for external and internal partners
• Good knowledge of the Retail Market
• English advanced level

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.