Job Summary: We are seeking a Category Manager to lead the Running vertical strategy, acting as a bridge between suppliers, marketing, and sales to optimize products and customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: 1. Lead the Running vertical strategy 2. Act as a bridge between suppliers, marketing, and sales 3. Optimize products and customer satisfaction We are looking for a **Category Manager** for our **Running ‍️** vertical to lead its strategy. Reporting directly to the Chief Commercial Officer and based at our Headquarters in **Zaragoza**, you will serve as a bridge between suppliers, marketing, and sales teams to ensure the right products are available at the right time, price, and quality—thereby driving sales, improving profitability, and enhancing customer satisfaction. **What will you be responsible for?** **PLANNING AND PROCUREMENT – 75%** **Supplier Management and Sourcing:** * Identify and evaluate potential suppliers. * Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to secure the best offers. * Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and explore new partnerships. * Ensure suppliers meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements. **Procurement Cycle and Order Management:** * Select and manage product assortment. * Place and manage purchase orders based on stock levels and demand. * Ensure timely product delivery and resolve any supply chain issues. * Track orders, monitor inventory levels, and prevent overstock or stockouts. **Market and Product Analysis:** * Research market trends, competitor pricing, and opportunities for new products. * Analyze customer demand to select appropriate products. * Evaluate product quality and compliance with company standards. **Cost and Budget Management:** * Monitor expenses and keep procurement within budget. * Optimize sourcing strategies to reduce costs without compromising quality. * Identify savings opportunities through bulk purchasing or supplier negotiations. **SELL-THROUGH AND SELL-OUT – 25%** * Review past purchase orders to detect discrepancies and identify issues. * Collaborate with other departments to develop actions/activations that improve sell-out: pricing, marketing activations, etc. * Monitor category inventory and reorder/cancel products as needed. **How will your performance be measured in this role?** Through KPIs related to: * COST AND PROFITABILITY METRICS (Gross Margin %) * INVENTORY MANAGEMENT (Stock Turnover) * SELL-THROUGH RATE (%) **We offer:** Permanent contract and annual performance reviews and development assessments. Annual gross salary range between 30.000 € and 35.000 € + 10% bonus based on objectives. 1 remote workday per week. Flexible working hours: you may start Monday to Friday between 7.00 a.m. and 9.30 a.m., and thereafter manage your schedule as you wish. Employee discount (30%) If everything so far fits you, **What are we looking for?** * Prior experience in procurement planning, supplier management, or category management in sports retail—experience specifically in the Running category is highly valued. * Solid knowledge of market analysis, product trends, and consumer behavior. * Strong negotiation skills and results orientation. * Proficiency in procurement management tools, ERP systems, or inventory management systems. * Experience in cost and budget control, optimizing category profitability. * Analytical skills to interpret KPIs and make data-driven decisions. * Advanced English. * Willingness to work in Zaragoza and travel. * And most importantly, **passion and deep immersion in the world of Running.**