Joybuy is JD.com's dedicated retail platform for Europe, offering products across a wide range of categories. Operating across the UK, Netherlands, Germany, France, Belgium and Luxembourg, we're building the future of retail through smart systems, bold ideas, and a customer-first mindset. Backed by JD.com, also known as JINGDONG, and its trusted global technology and supply chain ecosystem, we deliver a shopping experience that is speedy, reliable, and genuinely enjoyable. If you're ready to make a difference, bring your talent and grow with us. Don't just buy, Joybuy.
Learn more about who we are and what we do: https://about.joybuy.com/about/
What We Offer
Joining Joybuy means becoming part of a business where people, innovation, and impact work together to shape the future of cross-border e-commerce. You'll contribute to smart supply chains, efficient logistics, and meaningful projects that drive real customer value. With a competitive salary, great office locations, and a supportive, people-first culture, you'll have the space to grow your career, learn from talented colleagues, and make a genuine impact in a fast-expanding international business.
About The Team
You'll be joining the Joybuy team, which values collaboration, ownership, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
What You'll Do
- Collaborate with the China-based Cross-border Category teams to analyse and optimise the Home & Living product selection, bringing in-depth knowledge of the German market.
- Analyse consumer trends, purchasing behaviour, competitor assortments and market data to identify high-potential products and sub-categories.
- Recommend which products to introduce, prioritise, adapt or remove from the assortment based on their relevance to German consumers.
- Keep a close eye on the German Home & Living market, including major retailers, product trends and evolving consumer expectations.
- Identify differences in preferences and trends across the main European markets to uncover opportunities for assortment localisation.
- Spot emerging trends and new product opportunities, making the most of the breadth of supply and sourcing capabilities in China.
- Work with Category, Marketing and other teams to sharpen product positioning and appeal.
- Track product and category performance after launch and use the insights to continuously refine the assortment.
What We're Looking For
- At least 5 years of experience in Category Management, Buying, Merchandising or a similar commercial role, ideally in Home & Living (home décor, furniture, household equipment, etc.).
- Excellent knowledge of the German market, consumer expectations, product trends and the competitive landscape.
- Ideally, experience at a major brick-and-mortar or omnichannel retailer, with hands-on experience in product selection and assortment building.
- A strong eye for product and sharp commercial instinct: you can tell which products will resonate with German consumers.
- Analytical and results-driven, able to turn market data and consumer insights into clear, concrete recommendations.
- At ease in an international, multicultural environment, ideally with experience working with teams in China or Asia.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across markets and cultures.
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Cross Border Category Manager in Berlin Arbeitgeber: Joybuy
Joybuy ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der innovative Talente sucht, um an der Spitze der KI-Übersetzungstechnologie zu stehen. Mit einem dynamischen Arbeitsumfeld, das kulturelle Vielfalt und Zusammenarbeit fördert, bietet das Unternehmen nicht nur wettbewerbsfähige Vergütungen, sondern auch umfangreiche Möglichkeiten zur beruflichen Weiterentwicklung und zum Wachstum. Die Lage in einem internationalen Umfeld ermöglicht es den Mitarbeitern, ihre Fähigkeiten in einem spannenden, schnelllebigen E-Commerce-Sektor zu entfalten und gleichzeitig die deutsche Kultur und Sprache zu fördern.
