Category Manager - Sports Nutrition / Supplements
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Posted: March 5, 2026
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Quick Summary
We're looking for a Category Manager who will define the strategy and roadmap for our sports nutrition supplements category, including ownership of the new product launch.
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Job Description
At Vilgain, we do things differently. We develop products with clean ingredients, clear benefits, and uncompromising quality standards. As a fast-growing e-commerce brand, we continue to expand our portfolio.
We’re now looking for a Category Manager who will take ownership of this category – from defining the strategy and identifying opportunities to developing new products and launching them successfully. 🖤🚀
What you’ll be doing:
• Managing the sports nutrition (supplements) category and defining its long-term vision, strategy and roadmap, including ownership of the new product launch plan
• Responsibility for category growth, profitability and achieving business targets (revenue, margin, inventory turnover)
• Developing new products – from identifying market opportunities, preparing product briefs, recipe development and ingredient sourcing to bringing products to market
• Sourcing, selecting and building relationships with manufacturers and suppliers, including negotiating pricing and terms
• Actively monitoring trends in sports and functional nutrition and identifying new product opportunities
• Ongoing market and competitor analysis to optimize and expand the product portfolio
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Marketing, QA, Regulatory and Supply Chain during product development and launches
• Attending trade shows, exhibitions and supplier meetings to identify new partners and develop new products
Who we’re looking for:
• You have at least 2–3 years of experience in the development of dietary supplements
• You have a basic understanding of European regulations related to dietary supplements
• Interest in functional nutrition trends and a passion for a healthy lifestyle
• Ability to coordinate multiple areas at once – from manufacturing to purchasing
• Attention to detail in data, numbers and processes
• A proactive mindset and the drive to find more efficient solutions
What we offer:
• A fast-growing e-commerce brand where your work has a real impact
• 5 weeks of vacation and a Multisport card for sports activities
• Internal learning opportunities, product credits and additional benefits