Company Description
Flink is the leading quick commerce player in Europe. We are on a mission to give people back time: You can order your groceries through our app and we deliver to your doorstep in minutes. We carry 3,000 products with a focus on the leading brands in each category. We aim for sustainability by making deliveries on electric bikes and utilizing recyclable packaging.
Flink launched in February 2021 and already operates in more than 90 cities in Germany, and the Netherlands. The business generated more than EUR 400m in revenues in 2022 and is operationally profitable. Flink is backed by the world’s most renowned tech investors, including Prosus, Mubadala, and Bond, and strategic investors like Doordash and REWE. We take great pride in being an inclusive employer that offers equal opportunities, and we celebrate the diversity and multiculturalism of our team. We're growing fast and always pushing ourselves to do better - we play for #1.
In your role as a Senior Vendor Manager (m/f/d) you will help Flink continue to revolutionize how people shop by ensuring we have the most attractive product offering.
Job Description
* Full P&L responsibility for your category, including developing plans to increase sales and profitability
* Manage vendor relationships, including negotiations and creating joint business plans
* Create long-term strategies for your category and a clear framework for measuring success
* Make data-driven decisions and stay up-to-date with the latest e-commerce developments
* Think with a consumer-centric mindset in all aspects of your work, from selection to presentation and activation of the assortment on Flink channels
* Lead, coach, and mentor a team of junior to mid-level managers, supporting their career growth and development, and taking responsibility for the team's results
* Work closely with other teams, such as Retail Media, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Hub operations to ensure growth, including building and executing project plans
* Identify potential areas for optimization and new revenue streams to further build the company
Qualifications
* 5+ years experience in Key Account or Partnership Management (e-commerce or grocery industry)
* Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or similar field
* Proven ability to use data to inform business decisions and influence stakeholders
* Experience with business plans and P&L management
* Strong negotiation and communication skills
* Professional working proficiency (C1) in English and German
Bonus points if you:
* Digital marketing/media experience
* Category Management/Buyer experience
Additional Information
* A €1000 annual L&D budget as well as individual coaching options to ensure you have plenty of opportunities to learn, grow and achieve your goals
* 26 days of vacation, +1 day every year up to a maximum of 30 days
* A mobility budget of 30 EUR per month with NAVIT, which you can use individually for Uber, BVG and many other providers
* A cool discount on your Urban Sports Club membership
* Attractive company pension options
* Unlimited access to an e-learning and development platform, MyAcademy, including online German courses
* Online discounts with Corporate Benefits and Future Bens
* A cool discount off your personal Flink orders; be the first to test out new products!
* A modern and dog-friendly office in the heart of Berlin - lots of delicious lunch spots available within short walking distance
It is our commitment that every applicant will be evaluated according to their skills regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability status, or religion.