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

Please refer the Job description for details