Category Manager – Baby

📋 Description

• • As a Category Manager – Baby at Rohlik Group SE, you will have a real impact on what families with children regularly order and the shopping experience they have with us, directly influencing customer loyalty and daily life through one of the most trusted and frequently purchased categories.
• • You will own the commercial performance of the Baby category, leading supplier negotiations, category reviews, and cross-functional collaboration with Marketing and Supply Chain to drive sales, margin, and customer satisfaction through data-driven decisions in a fast-paced, hierarchy-free environment.
• • You will work within a dynamic, results-oriented team at Rohlik’s Prague head office, where innovation, trust, and quality are central to how we serve families across the Czech Republic and beyond, and where your contributions are immediately visible in sales, margin, and customer feedback.
• • You will develop strategic expertise in FMCG category management, particularly in baby products such as baby food, diapers, cosmetics, and toys, gaining hands-on experience in joint business planning, new product launches, seasonal assortments, and supplier relationship management while growing alongside one of Central Europe’s fastest-growing e-commerce grocery platforms.
• • [What the person will do day to day]
• • Own and drive the commercial performance of the Baby category, including sales, margin, and market share targets.
• • Lead negotiations with suppliers on pricing, promotions, and listing terms to optimize category profitability and availability.
• • Conduct regular category reviews and assortment optimization based on sales data, customer insights, and market trends.
• • Collaborate with Marketing to plan and execute promotional campaigns, ensuring alignment with inventory and supply chain capabilities.
• • Work closely with Supply Chain to manage stock levels, forecast demand, and support smooth product launches and seasonal transitions.
• • Provide input into category strategy and Joint Business Plans (JBPs) with key suppliers.
• • Support the introduction of new products and seasonal assortments, coordinating timelines and communication across internal teams.
• • Monitor and analyze product availability, pricing, and competitor activity, sharing insights from suppliers and internal teams.
• • Influence cross-functional stakeholders to ensure category initiatives are executed effectively and on time.
• • Maintain and strengthen supplier relationships, particularly within the FMCG and baby market in the Czech Republic.
• • [About the team or company]
• • Rohlik Group SE is a leading online grocery retailer transforming how people shop by offering fast, high-quality service with a strong focus on customer trust and product excellence.
• • The Baby category is a high-trust, high-frequency segment where quality, safety, and reliability are paramount, making it a key driver of customer loyalty and lifetime value.
• • You will join a collaborative, ambitious team in Prague that values initiative, speed, and data-driven decision-making over hierarchy, where everyone is empowered to take ownership and make an impact.
• • The company fosters a culture of recognition, personal growth, and wellbeing, where employees are encouraged to bring their full selves to work and celebrate successes together.
• • [What the person can learn or achieve in this role]
• • Develop deep expertise in FMCG category management, particularly within the baby products space, including baby food, diapers, cosmetics, and toys.
• • Gain end-to-end experience in commercial ownership — from supplier negotiation and assortment planning to promotional execution and performance analysis — while making measurable impact on sales, margin, and customer satisfaction.
• • Build strategic stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills in a fast-growing, innovative e-commerce environment.
• • Advance your career in a company that invests in personal growth, where every challenge is seen as an opportunity to learn and leave a lasting mark.