Junior Category Manager - Bakery

At Rohlik Group, we’re changing how people shop for food — faster, smarter, and with an obsession for quality.
And Bakery is one of the categories customers notice first. Freshness, consistency, local suppliers, daily demand — it’s a category with a direct impact on customer experience and loyalty.

We’re now looking for a Junior Category Manager – Bakery 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 have a direct impact on one of the most visible and sensitive categories in food retail.

• You’ll work with products customers buy frequently — where freshness, quality and timing really matter.

• You’ll grow in a category 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 Bakery category

• Work closely with bakery suppliers and support category reviews and commercial negotiations

• Help manage assortment, pricing and promotions across the category

• 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 bakery value chain — from supplier coordination to daily execution

What we’re looking for

• We’re looking for someone who combines 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 Bakery, Food retail, FMCG or fresh categories is a strong advantage

• 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