Manager, Fresh (Pandora)

Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Manager, Fresh to lead commercial strategy and operations for our Fresh categories across our Dmart/Dark Store businesses spanning 11 markets for Foodora, foodpanda, and Yemeksepeti. Reporting to the Head - Private Labels, Fresh and Commercial Operations, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive commercial strategies that drive competitive advantage, optimise portfolio performance, and deliver sustainable growth across all markets. Development, defining and implementation of commercial strategies for Fresh CategoriesStrategise category directions, vendor management, negotiating terms, oversee implementation in platformStrengthen and develop the portfolio to gain competitive advantage in assortment, pricing, promotion and visibilityWorking closely with different cross-functional teams, such as Commercial, Campaigns, Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, etc.Build a deep understanding of suppliers, industry, customers and competitors in the local marketCreating strong partnerships with suppliers and develop strategic sourcing for product assortmentEvaluating products and suppliers including negotiation, business development and business reviewsRecommends new products based on market trends and market’s competitive landscape, manages new product introductionTranslates market knowledge and consumer insights into actionable opportunitiesManage and support in commercial requirements for the portfolioManagement of KPIs and forecasts in line with trade plansCollaborate in planning and promotions of the portfolio of products Be adept with relevant market information and regulations Background on Food Safety standards, quality assurance and required to government regulationsIdentify and execute opportunities for product optimization, cost reduction, and margin improvementAny ad-hoc tasks or projects assigned by the company