Junior Category Manager – Fresh

At Rohlik Group, we’re changing how people shop for food — faster, smarter, and with an obsession for quality.

And Fresh is one of the categories customers notice most.

It’s where quality, timing and trust matter every single day.

From bakery, frozen, dairy and ready‑to‑eat to other fast‑moving fresh products, this category plays a major role in customer satisfaction, repeat purchases and how people experience our brand.

We’re now looking for a Junior Category Manager – Fresh who will support the growth and performance of this important category.

Someone who enjoys working with data, suppliers and day‑to‑day commercial operations, and who wants to grow into a stronger category role over time.

• Why this role is exciting
• You’ll work on one of the most visible and high‑impact categories in food retail.
• You’ll help shape the offer in categories customers buy frequently and care deeply about.
• You’ll grow in a role where commercial thinking, supplier relationships and operational detail all come together.
• You’ll work in an environment where decisions are made quickly and based on data, not hierarchy.
• You’ll see the impact of your work on sales, margin and customer satisfaction.
• What you’ll do
• Support the commercial performance of the Fresh category.
• Work closely with suppliers and support category reviews and commercial negotiations.
• Help manage assortment, pricing and promotions across subcategories such as bakery, frozen, dairy and ready‑to‑eat.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Supply Chain to support campaigns and stock availability.
• Support the introduction of new products and seasonal ranges.
• Monitor supplier pricing, stock situation, trends and operational updates.
• Work with data, reports and analysis to support better commercial decisions.
• Help optimise processes across the fresh category value chain — from supplier coordination to daily execution.
• What we’re looking for
• Commercial curiosity, analytical thinking and a willingness to learn.
• At least 1+ year of experience in category management, buying, sales support, trade marketing or a similar commercial role.
• Experience in Fresh, Food retail, FMCG or e‑commerce is a strong advantage.
• Understanding of categories such as bakery, frozen, dairy or ready‑to‑eat is a strong plus.
• Strong interest in working with data, Excel and AI tools in daily practice.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to follow through on tasks.
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with suppliers and internal teams.
• Advanced German and advanced English (written and spoken).
• Driving licence (Class B) is required for supplier visits.

What we offer

• Unlimited vacation days to support a healthy work‑life balance.
• Monthly vouchers: €45 tax‑free via become.1.
• €20 monthly internet allowance.
• Knuspr Xtra account and 10% discount in the form of Knuspr credits / cashback.
• Great discounts through Corporate Benefits – fitness, travel, tickets, shopping and much more.
• Real growth: we’re not a traditional corporate. Here, you can help shape Category Management in e‑commerce from the ground up and take on real ownership.
• Knuspr vibe: an international team, flat hierarchy, and a first‑name culture where mistakes are seen as opportunities to learn.
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