Category Buyer

Category Manager/Buyer – Local Foods (Europe) Rotterdam €75,000 - €80,000 Bonus Powered by Nter Talent Nter Talent is partnering with an ambitious, fast-growing global e-commerce innovator on the hunt for a passionate Category Manager – Local Foods to champion their mission to bring the best local flavours to customers across Europe. About the Role Are you excited by the idea of shaping how people discover and buy fresh, authentic local food online? In this dynamic role, you’ll build the Local Foods category from the ground up — curating trusted producers, negotiating with suppliers, and making it easy (and irresistible) for customers to buy local. You’ll thrive in an agile, resourceful environment where no two days are the same — and where your ideas can make a real difference. What You’ll Do Design and implement inspiring category strategies that connect local producers with modern consumers — fully aligned with our client’s growth ambitions. Source, negotiate, and onboard trusted local food suppliers and products, managing the entire journey from first conversation to product launch. Build and optimise the Local Foods storefront, ensuring customers can easily discover, navigate, and buy the best local produce. Operate smartly in a resource-constrained scale-up environment — balancing manual processes now while developing scalable solutions for the future. Analyse customer insights and category data to uncover opportunities to improve and expand the range. Partner with suppliers and internal teams to plan engaging promotional campaigns that boost reach and sales. Manage inventory, pricing, and promotions to drive profitable growth. Bring practical solutions to ambiguous challenges — always looking for fresh ways to make local food more accessible and exciting. Work cross-functionally with marketing, operations, and tech teams to deliver seamless execution and great customer experiences. Who You Are Proven experience in Retail/eCommerce within Category Management, Buying, or Trade Marketing — ideally with food, grocery, or fresh produce, and a deep understanding of the European market. Passionate about supporting local producers and reshaping how customers access fresh, quality local food. A skilled negotiator with a track record of securing strong commercial terms while building lasting supplier relationships. Entrepreneurial spirit — self-driven, enthusiastic, and ready to make things happen at pace. Excellent communicator and problem-solver with a love for turning customer and performance data into clear, actionable plans. Fast learner with a practical, results-focused mindset. What’s On Offer ️ A unique chance to build a category that makes a real impact on communities and customers. ️ An inclusive, collaborative culture where your ideas genuinely shape the future. ️ Competitive salary, performance bonuses, health insurance, retirement plans, and more. Ready to redefine how Europe shops for local food? Hit 'Apply' now and be part of something fresh. Nter Talent — connecting bold talent with bold ambitions.

Location: Rotterdam, South Holland, NL

Posted Date: 7/9/2025