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Category Management Assistant

Germany, Munich Employment contract · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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As a Category Management Assistant, you will support the Category Management team in creating the perfect portfolio for design lovers across Europe. In this role, you will contribute to shaping a well-balanced assortment by combining exclusive Westwing Collection products with carefully selected Brand Partners. We are looking for a highly organised and analytical team player with a strong passion for Home & Living, an eye for premium products, and a curiosity for market trends and consumer behaviour. This position is permanent and based in Munich.

Job Responsibility

  • Monitor the end-to-end process of the SKU creation after initial selection until go-live in close collaboration with key stakeholders
  • Collect relevant product information in collaboration with the Brand Buying team (e.g., product images, dimensions)
  • Prepare seasonal category go-lives and conduct continuous onsite checks (e.g., categorisations, product readiness, availability)
  • Support performance tracking as well as strategy preparation (e.g., data preparation, analysis, portfolio visualisations)
  • Work closely with Supply Chain Management, Production, and Brand Buying teams
  • Research market trends, consumer preferences, and emerging AI tools

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or recognised commercial qualification in Business Administration, Communication, Retail Business, or related fields
  • first practical experience through internships or a permanent role is a plus
  • Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel (pivot tables, basic formulas, data handling)
  • Strong affinity for the Home & Living premium market
  • Interest in AI tools and digital solutions supporting category management
  • Strong attention to detail and a structured working style
  • Fluency in English

What we offer

  • A high-performance culture built on trust, feedback and collaboration
  • An inspiring, international environment that empowers you to think big, take ownership, and grow beyond your comfort zone
  • A flexible hybrid setup with 3 office days per week
  • Work-from-anywhere opportunities for up to 4 weeks per year
  • 30 days of paid holiday
  • A beautiful, centrally located, dog-friendly office with inspiring spaces, a sunny terrace, and good food
  • Exclusive discounts - 40% off Westwing Collection, 20% off third-party brands (each on non-reduced items), 10% Family & Friends discount, plus special-occasion vouchers
  • Wellbeing support through mental health resources, sports memberships, and preventive care
  • Sustainable mobility options with discounted public transport and JobRad
  • Support for working parents, including our on-site Westwing Wichtel daycare and a partnership with multilingual provider Elly & Stoffl
  • One annual Social Impact Day to give back to a cause you care about
  • Team rituals that celebrate results and togetherness - from Movie Nights and Oktoberfest to Summer & Winter Parties
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