Global Category Management Brand Assistant

At Avolta (SIX: AVOL), our people are at the driving force behind our success. With a team of over 76,000 individuals representing more than 150 nationalities, we are a truly global company driven by passion, innovation, and excellence.

Born from the combination of Dufry and Autogrill, Avolta is redefining the travel experience through the dedication and expertise of our diverse workforce. Across 73 countries and 1,000 locations, our teams bring energy, creativity, and commitment to delivering world-class travel retail and food & beverage experiences.

We operate across multiple channels - including airports, motorways, cruise ships, ports, railways, and more - offering endless opportunities for collaboration and growth. Our people are empowered to make an impact, supported by a culture that values teamwork, development, and innovation.

Sustainability and social responsibility are embedded in our strategy, ensuring we grow in a way that benefits both our employees and the communities we serve.

Are you looking for a dynamic, international career where your contributions truly matter? Join Avolta and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of travel - together.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Global Category Management Brand Assistant (GBA) supports Global Brand Managers within the Category team, ensuring the operational execution of vendor management, assortment management, pricing, and purchase order processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Vendor Management

• Support Global Brand Managers in the preparation and execution of buying sessions.
• Prepare ad hoc sales and stock reports.
• Ensure vendor data is accurately maintained and regularly updated in all relevant systems.
• Request and manage vendor master files and resolve questions related to the Avolta Vendor Portal.
• Coordinate vendor onboarding and follow-up within the Basware system.
• Provide shipping and billing instructions for new locations.
• Act as a primary operational contact for vendors on system and process-related topics.

Assortment Management Analysis

• Provide regular reports and analytical insights to Global Brand Managers.
• Support the adaptation of depletion strategies and continuity item lists.
• Assist in listing and delisting analysis to optimize assortment performance.

Master Data & Systems

• Create articles through the Vendor Portal, including the processing of new product launches.
• Execute article extensions via EMP.
• Manage new vendor creation through MDP.
• Process vendor extensions to new operations in SAP.
• Create and manage vendors, manufacturers, and brands; approve and submit data to Master Data via VMM.
• Approve global assortments requested by local teams, including warehouse and shop discontinuations and shop listings.
• Review and update site parameters and general article data; submit changes to Master Data via Snow tickets.
• Perform full assortment clean-up exercises every six months to ensure data accuracy and relevance.

Purchase Order (PO) Placement

• Create Purchase Orders in SAP for seasonal orders and NOS (Never Out of Stock) reorders.
• Notify vendors and relevant countries once orders are placed.
• Ensure PO accuracy in line with commercial agreements and timelines.

Pricing Analysis

• Verify agreed cost prices and margins.
• Manage cost updates through the Vendor Portal, including reviewing, uploading, and processing cost changes.
• Review retail prices in systems and submit updates to Master Data via Snow tickets.
• Communicate pricing updates to relevant local teams and countries.

Other Responsibilities

• Manage email communications related to daily operations.
• Handle issue resolution with internal departments.
• Provide operational support to Finance and local teams.
• Support Demand Planning and Supply Chain teams specifically related to the NOS assortment.
• Attend meetings with Global Brand Managers, vendors, and internal departments as required.

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