Vendor Manager - Buyer

Responsibilities

• Own the commercial performance and profitability of a portfolio of strategic suppliers to deliver sales, margin, and market share targets
• Lead annual and ongoing commercial negotiations regarding trading terms, promotional investment, and new product launches
• Build long-term strategic partnerships through annual Joint Business Plans that align supplier investment with business objectives
• Partner with marketing and campaign teams to develop promotional calendars and maximize supplier participation
• Manage sales forecasting, purchasing plans, and product sell-through in collaboration with the Supply Chain team
• Curate and optimize product assortments using data-driven decisions for listing and delisting products
• Monitor supplier performance using commercial KPIs to improve profitability, availability, and customer experience
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to identify growth opportunities and inform category strategy

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent commercial experience
• 3+ years of experience in Buying, Category Management, Vendor Management, or Merchandising
• Proven track record within the FMCG, retail, or e-commerce industries
• Strong commercial and analytical skills with the ability to leverage data for decision-making
• Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint
• Fluency in English
• Excellent organizational and project management skills

Benefits

• Hybrid working model (60% office, 40% home)
• Option to work for 20 days abroad in approved countries
• Professional development opportunities and excellent training
• Wellbeing offers and subsidized transport or bike leasing
• 20% discount across all zooplus products

About the Company

zooplus is a trailblazer in the pet e-commerce industry with over 25 years of experience. We serve over 12 million customers, providing solutions that make pet owners genuinely happier. Headquartered in Munich with offices across Europe, we are a multinational team driven by passion for pets and a commitment to continuous adaptation and growth.