Lead Category Computing

Lead Category Computing Are you an entrepreneurially minded leader who delivers results with high transparency and margin focus even under strong competitive pressure and who brings a passion for the computing market? Lead Category Computing What awaits you An experienced team of Product Manager:s and Category Marketing Manager:s with lots of passion Responsibility for the strategic further development of the Category Computing with a focus on clear KPIs as well as sustainable revenue growth and profitability (revenue, margin and portfolio quality). Development and consistent implementation of the Category strategy in harmony with the business unit goals as well as market and customer requirements Continuous analysis of data, market trends and business potentials for the further development of the portfolio Definition, management and control of the pricing strategy across all sales channels Building, maintaining and further developing strategic manufacturer relationships at the top level in the Commercial and Consumer areas Responsibility for contract and price negotiations as well as for the preparation and implementation of business reviews with manufacturers and partners Close cooperation with sales, platforms and marketing and other internal interfaces for the optimal exploitation of market potentials Planning and coordination of cooperation with the various sales areas as well as support for the project business Further development and optimization of internal processes as well as promotion of efficient cross-departmental cooperation Functional and personnel leadership of the team including targeted promotion and further development of employees What you bring with you Several years of leadership experience with clear responsibility for results in a comparable position in Category Management, Product Management or Business Development in an ICT or computing environment Sound market knowledge in the area of computing as well as a good understanding of the manufacturer landscape Completed commercial or technical basic training with further business administration training Experience in the development and implementation of business, portfolio and growth strategies under price and margin pressure Proven successes in independent leadership and the successful conclusion of negotiations with manufacturers, suppliers and strategic partners Entrepreneurial thinking, number-oriented and decisive as well as result-oriented Analytical, structured and solution-oriented way of working High communication and assertiveness as well as a confident appearance at all hierarchical levels Business fluent German skills as well as very good English skills An existing network in the ICT or computing industry is an advantage How we measure you Development of revenue and margin (no hiding trade-offs) Quality and focus of the assortment (less complexity, more impact) Negotiation results with manufacturers Speed in implementation What we offer you Real influence on one of the most important categories in the company Clear responsibility for results with entrepreneurial leeway – no micromanagement An environment in change: platform, automation, data-driven working Direct cooperation with decision-makers (instead of long hierarchies) Visible role internally and externally (manufacturer, market) Opportunity to actively change structures, not just manage them Are you interested or do you have further questions? Icobas is happy to assist you with questions. Write an e-mail (<>) About us «Together we shape the retail of tomorrow» employs around 1300 employees and generates over one billion in revenue. The company exists because one person had the courage to find new ways and walk them. Our success story shows that through every individual, something great arises together and we love our uniqueness. We set ambitious goals, and it is very important to us that we act responsibly, promote and challenge each other and have joy in what we do every day. Our recruitment process You create your profile in our career portal and apply directly online for the advertised position. You will immediately receive an acknowledgment of receipt and within at most 10 working days you will receive feedback on how to proceed. While you show us your patience, we personally take time to review your application and define the next steps. If your documents convince us, then we will get to know each other via live video call or in a personal interview. The «match» is mutually confirmed. Then we proceed to the second round of interviews where you get to know your future workplace and the team. YES – we have decided on each other! The employment contract will be delivered to you digitally and after the conclusion of the contract, you will receive access to our internal communication channels and at the same time we will prepare your onboarding process. Benefits Discounts: Attractive discounts in the Brack online shop as well as lunch discounts and staff restaurants in Mägenwil and Willisau. Recovery: At least 5 weeks holiday, additionally there is the possibility for holiday purchase and unpaid leave. Development: Internal training in our own Academy as well as financial participation in external further training. Family: 18 weeks paid maternity leave with possibility of extension and 4 weeks paid paternity leave. Insurance: Extra-mandatory – 100% wage continuation as well as full financing of the daily sickness insurance by the employer. Mobility: Free parking spaces, financial participation in public transport and pool vehicles for business appointments. jpid7a81876jm jit0731jm jiy26jm