What we do, we do with love – that's why Aktin/Vilgain is a brand adored by us and thousands of people! We strive to make the highest quality food, cosmetics, and clothing accessible to everyone.
Now, you can join us to make a positive impact on the food industry and create a healthier future worldwide. The NPD team, led by Kristina, is looking for a new member for the position of Buyer for household appliances.
Responsibilities include:
- Global sourcing for household appliances aiming to expand and enhance our portfolio
- Negotiating prices, terms, and conditions with suppliers to ensure the best possible deals
- Ensuring product quality and compliance with company standards
- Managing category budgets effectively and track profitability
- Staying ahead of the curve by monitoring market trends and understanding consumer preferences
- Collaborating with our dynamic team to bring innovative products to market
- Continuously identifying opportunities for product improvement and growth
- Providing regular reports on category performance to inform our strategy
- Addressing category‑specific issues and challenges with a creative problem‑solving mindset
Requirements:
- Experienced in global sourcing for household accessories and appliances
- Skilled in negotiating terms with international suppliers and ensuring product compliance and quality standards
- Drive innovation and collaborative product development, with a focus on portfolio growth
- Demonstrated experience in global sourcing, with strong negotiation skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects across borders
- Thrive in a fast‑paced team environment
What else you can expect from us:
- Dynamic, fast‑paced workspace where your ideas come to life instantly
- Say goodbye to boredom with a role that's as thrilling as our 200% year‑over‑year growth
- 5 weeks of vacation, flexible working hours, and the possibility to work from home, so you can combine your work with anything else you enjoy
- If you prefer visiting the office, we are happy to see you in our modern premises in Brno on Smetanova or in Karlin at Vilgain Health Store. You will also find a stock of our great products there! We have production and logistics teams in Brno - Lisen. Every month, you will also receive credits for shopping in our e‑shop and stores
- And because we want to support you even more, you can set up a Multisport card, get a contribution to pension insurance, meals, and arrange English lessons.
- We also connect through team‑building activities, energizing breakfasts or group workout sessions.
You can follow our journey on our LinkedIn profile Vilgain or Instagram @lifeatvilgain.
Do you feel that this role could be the right fit? Let us know about yourself and we will get back to you! We look forward to hearing from you!