Job Description
Do you have a strong commercial mindset and a keen interest in category management? Do you want to be part of a successful international company where purchasing plays a key strategic role?
Then you might be the colleague we are looking for.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
At JYSK, you will join a dedicated and experienced Purchasing department, where your ideas, performance and growth ambitions are truly valued.
Furthermore, we offer you:
- to be part of a dedicated department with a short distance from decision to action
- involvement in the entire purchasing process, including supplier visits, market monitoring, negotiations, quality assurance and pricing
- a skilled and experienced team of colleagues that appreciates results and initiative
- an informal workplace where we live by the values: "the right and duty to speak up"
- the opportunity to build your skills and a career at JYSK
WHAT YOUR NEXT JOB WILL BE ABOUT
As a Category manager, your role will centre around supporting the ongoing development of our indoor furniture categories across more than 30 countries. You will work closely with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers, contributing to strategic purchasing activities and product performance. You should expect 20-25 days of traveling.
Your tasks and responsibilities in the job include:
- developing and optimizing product assortments
- creating and maintaining accurate master data
- monitoring product performance and preparing reports
- collaborating with suppliers, colleagues, and cross-functional teams
- supporting ongoing improvement in quality, functionality and commercial appeal
We expect the selected candidate to start ASAP.
You can read more about our department here.
WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING
We are looking for a new colleague who:
- have a solid background and proven track record within sourcing and purchasing from a similar position
- is goal-oriented, structured and understands tradesmanship
- is interested in the products both in terms of product quality and functionality and have a natural flair for design, colours and details.
- is analytically strong and can work proactively with numbers and data and translate these into concrete actions.
- communicates clearly and effectively in both Danish and English, spoken and written
- is confident working with IT systems and open to learning new tools and methods
Additional Information
IS THIS YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY? Apply today!
If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Senior Category Manager, Rikke Høst Moustgaard at +4525129055.
We kindly ask you to only attach your CV. With us, there is no need to write a traditional cover letter when applying for a job.
Instead, when you click “I’m interested/Apply”, you will have the option to write a brief message to the hiring team. If you wish, you can use this space to share your motivation for applying or highlight anything else you feel is relevant.
ABOUT US
We believe our employees are key to our success. That is why we strive to offer development and possibilities of growing and finding new challenges within JYSK. Since our founder, Lars Larsen, opened his first store in Denmark in 1979, JYSK has expanded our global presence with stores and web shops in countries around the world.
Our three fundamental JYSK Values – Tradesman, Colleague and Corporate Spirit – express the behaviour and attitude that we can expect from each other. We trust each other, and we believe in Empowerment and freedom with responsibility. We also take pride in rewarding engagement and a great effort among our employees. With the right attitude, opportunities abound in JYSK.
JYSK wants to include everyone, no matter the age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and experience. Together, we secure our inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. Because a great mix of minds, talents and unique personalities makes us a stronger team.
For more information, please visit our career page.
