Randstad Greece
Category Specialist
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Athens, Greece
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
8 September 2026
What they need
Are you passionate about consumer electronics and driving commercial success?
We are looking for a dynamic, analytical, and highly organized Category Specialist to join a market-leading retail and e-commerce company.
In this role, you will take ownership of managing and growing the Air Conditioning (AC), TV, and Small Domestic Appliances (SDA) categories.
If you combine strong commercial acumen with data-driven decision-making and are ready for your next big challenge, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
As a Category Specialist, your responsibilities will be:
- Manage and develop the Air Conditioning (AC), TV, and Small Domestic Appliances (SDA) categories
- Monitor sales performance, stock levels, product availability, and identify replenishment needs to ensure optimal inventory
- Create and track supplier orders, as well as manage item master data (SKUs) and price lists
- Analyze key commercial metrics (such as sales, stock, margin, and stock turnover) to drive strategic decisions
- Monitor market pricing and competitor activity, actively participating in the development of pricing strategies and promotional campaigns
- Communicate and negotiate effectively with suppliers to secure favorable terms and build strong partnerships
- Conduct accurate sales forecasting and plan purchasing cycles based on reliable commercial data
- Prepare reporting and present performance results to the Commercial Management team
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is expected to possess:
- Previous professional experience in Purchasing, Buying, Category Management, or a similar commercial role
- Excellent computer skills with advanced proficiency in MS Excel for managing and analyzing large volumes of data
- Solid understanding of core commercial KPIs (sales, margin, stock, turnover, and pricing)
- Professional fluency in both English and Greek (written and verbal)
- Experience within the Consumer Electronics, Electrical, or Home Appliances sectors will be considered a strong asset
Experience
- 2+ years of commercial experience, ideally within Purchasing, Buying, or Category Management
Skills
- A strategic commercial role with full ownership of key product categories
- Direct collaboration with the Commercial Leadership team
- Active involvement in decisions that drive sales and category profitability
Benefits
The company offers to the Category Specialist:
- Competitive remuneration package tailored to your experience
- Substantial commercial role with ownership over significant product categories
- Clear prospects for professional development and career growth
- Dynamic and modern work environment within the retail & e-commerce sector
Information
If this Category Specialist role sounds appealing to you, we want to hear from you today! Apply online now!
For more information, you can contact with Ioanna Venizelou at [email protected] / 694 667 5332
Please note that for transparency and equity reasons, only those applications made online via our site will be assessed. After the screening of all the CVs received, we will only contact the candidates who meet the requirements and will send a link to a video interview. We will only contact Candidates who will complete the video interview. All applications are considered strictly confidential.
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