Head of Category (m/w/d)
Kloepfel Consulting GmbHNorth Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Posted March 13, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
The Kloepfel Group is a family-owned company with a strong European market presence, specializing in cost reduction and process optimization for medium-sized enterprises.
Job Description
The Head of Category will develop and implement a clear, data-based category strategy, manage sales, margin targets, and product assortment decisions, and lead a high-performing team of category managers and buyers.
Requirements
- Master's degree or comparable qualification
- At least 10 years of experience in commercial leadership roles in category management or product management
- Strong background in B2B, industrial, or agricultural environments
- Proven experience in negotiating large supplier contracts and building OEM partnerships
- Analytical and structured thinking
- Inspiring communication skills
- Fluent English skills
- Ability to travel within Europe
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Profit-sharing scheme of around 8%
- Company pension scheme
- Company car or mobility allowance
- Flexible home office options
- Support for continuous training and training
- Strong company culture based on cooperation, responsibility, and care
