HG COMMERCIALE Handelsgenossenschaft des Schweizerischen Baumeisterverbandes
Zürich
4 weeks ago
Category Manager Building Materials
- 17 April 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Zürich
Job summary
Since 1899, HG COMMERCIALE (HGC) is a key player in Swiss construction. Join a supportive team focused on innovation and growth.
Tasks
- Manage product categories with autonomy, from market analysis to promotions.
- Introduce new products and stay updated on industry trends.
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and supply chain for strategic projects.
Skills
- Commercial training or experience in purchasing, product management, or sales.
- Strong organizational skills and quick decision-making abilities.
- High affinity for construction and expertise in building materials.
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About the job
Since 1899, the cooperative HG COMMERCIALE (HGC) with its approximately 850 employees today has been one of the most important service providers in the Swiss construction industry. The mix makes the difference: We value the experience of our long-standing HGC professionals from various professions just as much as young talents, whom we promote internally and externally. Our culture is open, fair and honest, and down-to-earth in the best sense. We rely on mutual trust. Each individual should take responsibility and contribute ideas, because we want to move forward together and shape the future of the construction industry.
Your area of responsibility
You don’t just know drywall construction, you think it further? Then read on. With us, as a Category Manager, you take on your assortment with a lot of personal responsibility – from market analyses to price calculations to clever promotions and ongoing activities. You introduce new assortment items, actively shape changes and always keep an eye on trends. At the same time, you maintain relevant master data in SAP for optimal control. You work closely with sales, marketing and supply chain, but always keep the helm in your hand and also participate in strategic projects. If you really want to make a difference and take responsibility: here you have the space for it – completely without dry processes.
Your profile
You organise yourself, think quickly and act independently? Sounds like you. If you also manage to win others over to your ideas, you are right with us. You have completed a commercial apprenticeship or bring practical experience in purchasing, product management or sales promotion. In addition, you have a strong affinity for construction and sound know-how in the field of building materials (drywall). If trust, change and responsibility are important to you personally and you live by the motto "We make building simple and efficient", you share key values with HGC. And don’t worry: a bit of travel activity (approx. 20%) brings fresh air.
Our offer
Internal and external training opportunities
Attractive social benefits (e.g.: own pension fund, pension contributions are two-thirds paid by the employer)
Modern infrastructure
Flexible length-of-service bonuses
At least 25 days holiday
Discounts on the purchase of products for personal use
