Job description
At Skroutz, our mission is simple: we aim to amaze. From our humble beginnings back in 2005, we believe that happy customers equal happy merchants and it’s our job to understand and anticipate their needs and offer them an unparalleled, doubt-free experience.
Our vision is clear: we aspire to simplify shopping, creating a trusted platform where millions discover and fulfill their online shopping needs easily and safely.
Whether you’re looking for a new smartphone, restocking your pantry with essentials, seeking the perfect outfit for an upcoming event, or simply hunting for that collectible gaming console, Skroutz is your trusted partner for seamless shopping experiences.
And our ambitions extend far beyond Greece’s borders. We’re on a trajectory to become one of Europe’s fastest-growing Marketplaces, with exciting expansions already underway in Cyprus and the Balkans. Our commitment to customer satisfaction remains paramount, guiding every decision we make.
To achieve our vision, we seek individuals who share our passion for e-commerce and technology. If you’re driven by the desire to create extraordinary shopping moments for our users, as well as help sellers all around the world grow their businesses, then we want you on our team.
Join us at Skroutz and be part of a journey that’s reshaping the way we shop online. Together, let’s turn everyday moments into remarkable experiences.
Ready for the challenge?
#AimToAmaze #Skroutz20
How will you contribute to Skroutz and team’s vision and mission
As a Category Manager, you will own and scale one of our category groups, driving its growth, profitability, and overall performance. You will act as the in-house market expert, crafting the strategy, shaping the value proposition for consumers and merchants, and leading the execution across functions. The position demands a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, working closely with Product, Operations, Content, Partners, and other teams to ensure Skroutz offers the strongest possible user experience and assortment. To thrive, you’ll need to bring both strategic vision and proven operational expertise, as outlined in the requirements below.
What you will be doing
- Drive category performance, ensuring sustainable growth and profitability
- Shape the vision and lead the execution of a clear growth strategy
- Monitor, manage, and optimize the category P&L, balancing key trade-offs
- Spot and capture opportunities across the entire user journey, from discovery to fulfillment
- Collaborate with Partners and Content teams to strengthen and diversify our assortment
- Work closely with Product and Operations to enhance the end-to-end user experience
- Act as the in-house market expert, providing insights and direction for category strategy
What We Look For in an Awesome Category Manager
- A true business owner mindset, combining strategy with hands-on execution
- Visionary yet pragmatic: able to set direction and drive results
- Commercially sharp, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Bold, accountable, and ownership-driven
- A natural collaborator who thrives in cross-functional environments
- Humble, eager to learn, and willing to roll up your sleeves
What makes you a great fit
- Minimum 5 years’ experience across product, business, or category management, consulting, or P&L ownership roles
- Background in e-commerce, marketplaces, or fast-paced business environments
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects independently
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Degree in Engineering, Economics, Business, Sciences, or equivalent
- Passion for technology, growth, and reinventing consumer/merchant experiences
What’s it like to work at Skroutz?
- A great opportunity to contribute to the evolution of Skroutz towards becoming one of Europe’s fastest growing Marketplaces
- Thrive in an environment that champions ambitious goals, empowers autonomy, fosters mentoring, and unlocks exciting opportunities for both personal and business growth
- Competitive full-time salary
- Ongoing training and development
- Access to books, online courses, and relevant resources
- Top of the Line tools and equipment
- Private Medical Plan
- Hybrid Working
- Free gym membership at Golden Gym in Athens, plus OAKA cross training & running courses, Padel and online yoga
- For all New Skroutz Fathers we offer 30 working days paternity leave (1,5 months in total)
- Monthly childcare allowance for all Skroutz Parents
- Free Skroutz Plus subscription
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