Customer Category Manager (Retail)

TL;DR

Customer Category Manager (Retail): Developing and implementing category strategies for Value Retailers and Discounters across Europe with an accent on assortment optimization and in-store execution. Focus on building the VCC category management setup from scratch and improving shelf productivity.

Location: Amsterdam Hub based (Netherlands). Hybrid model (up to 50% remote).

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in the beauty industry, managing a diverse portfolio of prestige and consumer beauty brands.

What you will do

• Build the Value Retailers/Discounters (VCC) category management framework, including ways of working and performance routines, from the ground up.
• Develop tailored assortment and pack/price architectures to improve shelf productivity and rotation.
• Design shopper and in-store activation plans to drive incremental volume and trade spend efficiency.
• Co-create Joint Business Plans (JBPs) by providing category targets and key growth levers.
• Analyze category performance (sell-in, sell-out, market share) to provide strategic recommendations.
• Act as the VCC category expert for internal stakeholders in Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Marketing, Business, Commerce, or a related field.
• Proven experience in Category Management, Customer Marketing, or Trade Marketing.
• Must be based in or able to work from the Amsterdam Hub (Netherlands).
• Fluent English proficiency required.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into strategic business recommendations.

Nice to have

• Experience working specifically with value retailers or hard-discount environments.
• Previous experience working within an international Hub environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Omni-Work model allowing for flexibility and up to 50% remote work.
• Comprehensive financial security including insurance, pension plans, and bonuses.
• Health and well-being resources, including medical support and parental leave.
• Modern workspace with onsite perks and employee product discounts.