Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
About gorillas: we are gorillas and on a mission to redefine convenience retailWith our ten minute grocery deliveries we are disrupting the supermarket space, one of the biggest markets still in the hands of traditional playersWe are a rapidly growing startup and are currently building an outstanding team with skilled members across all domains and backgroundsWe focus on building a diverse and inclusive company culture and aim to become a global leader in on-demand retailCome join us on this journey.
Overview
We are looking for a grocery buyer to drive our national assortment strategy for our metro areas within the perimeter and center store categoriesReporting directly to the head of buying & marketplace, your primary responsibility is to generate national partnerships across cpg suppliersYou will be responsible for finding and building partnerships for your respective categories and owning the corresponding assortment and kpis.
As one of the early members of gorillas, you will have a significant role in shaping the direction of our business and category.
Your responsibilities
Assortment planning and strategy with your respective cpg vendors/categories
Ownership of vendor negotiations inclusive of cogs, trade, and marketing
Ensuring your assortment is focused on:
Meeting the gorilla’s customers’ needs for new and repeat purchases
Driving profitable category and platform growth
Set the goals and strategic direction for your categories ensure relevancy and rapid scalability
Work closely with marketing and site merchandising to identify opportunities to drive awareness to these brands
Partner with internal supply chain and logistics teams to ensure seamless inventory flow throughout the network
Drive strategic buying decisions with data-driven insights
Optimize shelf space to maximize revenue per order and reduce cannibalization across categories
Attend relevant trade shows and conferences
Requirements
Required skills
Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, merchandising or related field
3+ years of experience in grocery buying / category management
Advanced knowledge in category management and/or product development
Ability to effectively manage negotiations and conduct category management
Demonstrated leadership abilities within grocery retail
Traveling throughout the city 25-50% of the time to establish partnerships
Preferred skills
Experience in a start-up environment - grocery / food & beverages ideal
Established network of suppliers, distributors and retailers
Benefits
What we offer:
Steep learning curve from day one
Great opportunity to build something you are proud of: we are growing fast, which means that the opportunities at gorillas are virtually limitless.
An awesome team spirit and an exciting workplace with a dynamic and international environment.
Transparent company culture with flat hierarchies and a high career growth trajectory at gorillas
