Product Group/Category Manager Vet to Musti Group (Arken Zoo)

Musti Group is looking for a dedicated Product Group/Category Manager (PGCM) for Veterinary Products (VET). This is a newly created position that supports Musti Group’s strategic expansion in veterinary services and health-related products. You will have a unique opportunity to shape and design the role yourself.

Musti Group is experiencing rapid growth, particularly in the VET segment, which is a key strategic focus for the coming years. The company is expanding its veterinary service network in Sweden and Finland, strengthening its presence in Norway through strategic partnerships, and integrating specialized vet-exclusive products, including therapeutic pet food and pet health solutions.

As PGCM (VET), you will be responsible for Global and Exclusive VET food brands within selected channels and potentially leading the development of Own Brand products for VET food. You will manage category development, assortment planning, and supplier collaboration, working alongside veterinary clinics and internal teams to drive profitable growth within the VET channels.

You will be a part of the Category and Campaign team and work closely with colleagues both in Finland and Sweden. The position is based either in Stockholm or in Helsinki and will report to the Group Category Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Category management and assortment planning for the VET portfolio.
• Define consumer pricing strategies and supplier collaborations.
• Manage own, exclusive and global product and brand development within the VET category.
• Conduct market, consumer, and competitor analysis to optimize profitability and meet customer needs.
• Manage supplier relations related to assortment planning and data collection.
• Represent the VET category in collaborations with vet clinics.
• Develop and maintain product information and marketing materials for VET.
• Oversee performance reporting and analytics for VET categories.

Background and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business administration or a related field
• Proven track record in brand and portfolio development, ideally within the veterinary, pet care, or pharmaceutical industries.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Experience in category management, pricing strategy, and supplier negotiations.
• Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of the veterinary business is a plus.
• Proven track record of understanding consumer and pet needs is an advantage.

We are looking for an analytical and driven self-starter with a strategic growth mindset and hands-on execution skills. You thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, balancing big-picture thinking with operational details. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across teams are essential. If you are innovative, well-organized, results-oriented, and passionate about pet health, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact at Musti Group!

If this sounds like your kind of challenge, we look forward to hearing from you! Please apply by submitting your CV and personal letter, in English, as soon as possible as selection is ongoing. Please note that we are not able to accept applications by e-mail. In this recruitment process Musti Group is collaborating with Novare. For more information about the position or the process, please contact Maria Becker, maria.becker@novare.se or Sofia Dippel, sofia.dippel@novare.se.