Vendor Manager - Merchandiser

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 experience 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 up to 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

With over 25 years of experience, zooplus is a trailblazer in the pet e-commerce industry. We serve over 12 million customers across Europe, providing high-quality solutions that make pet owners happier. We are a multinational team that embraces change, values diversity, and works together to shape the future of the pet retail market.