Junior Product Manager - Create International Growth

Do you want to be a part of a team supporting the development within our international subsidiaries and driving growth through strong products and supplier partnerships? If so, we are confident you will thrive as our Junior Product Manager at ABENA!As a Junior Product Manager, you will become a central part of our purchasing organization with a clear goal: to increase revenue and profitability across our global markets through the right products, pricing, and partnerships. The role offers an international work environment where you’ll be given responsibility, development opportunities, and support to grow professionally.Once you have settled into your new role as Junior Product Manager, you will work closely with the Global Category Manager and eventually become responsible for supporting and developing our subsidiaries, with a focus on markets that show great potential but where we have yet to establish a strong position. As you develop, you will take on more responsibility, including leading your own projects and contributing to product strategy. You will work towards becoming the primary contact and advisor, helping to build a standardized and competitive product range that drives growth and improves purchasing conditions.Success in this role requires the ability to see the greater picture and not get bogged down in unnecessary details, which do not create value for the team nor the organization. The role demands high adaptability and decisiveness in an environment where changes happen quickly and decisions must be made with both overview and speed.Your main responsibilitiesAct as a point of contact for selected countries/subsidiariesAssist countries in building and optimizing assortments and preparing offers that strengthen sales and profitabilityCollaborate closely with local organizations to identify growth opportunities and develop product categoriesDevelop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, including negotiating prices and termsSource new suppliers and products in close alignment with market needsEnsure that products meet requirements for quality, price, compliance, and brand strategyCollaborate with internal departments in ABENA such as Sales, Warehouse, Quality, Compliance, and Marketing to create optimal solutionsWhat We Hope You Bring to the TableIdeally, you have 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role or perhaps you are a recent graduate with a master’s degree in Business Development, International Business, Supply Chain or Purchasing ManagementUnderstand the connection between product, price, quality, and profitAre analytical but also strong in building relationships. You thrive on human interaction and cross-cultural collaborationAre independent, curious, and proactive in creating resultsSpeak and write English fluently; additional languages are an advantageYour Team, Our Culture and ValuesYou will join a team consisting of a Product Manager, Coordinator and a couple of Dispatchers with a great appreciation for teamwork. We as a team are available for each other and value the ideas and input that we contribute to together.At ABENA, we blend professionalism with a warm, people-first culture where collaboration, curiosity, and continuous improvement thrive. Guided by our core values of trust, fairness, and cooperation, we take pride in delivering high-quality work with integrity. We value learning, teamwork, and independence, while appreciating responsibility and attention to detail. Work here is meaningful and enjoyable, supported by strong cross-functional collaboration and a healthy, engaging environment. Though our days can be busy and deadline-driven, we maintain an informal, supportive atmosphere where there’s always room for a laugh, even on a grey Monday.Your leader at ABENA will be Global Category Manager Michael Søbye Eye who describes his leadership style as follows:“I am an action-oriented and accountable leader who creates results through trust, dialogue, and clear direction. I motivate employees by aligning responsibilities with their strengths and offering full support in daily operations. I believe engagement and ownership foster well-being and strong teams. With great ambitions but also room for mistakes, I care for both professional and personal growth.”We look forward to receiving your applicationIf you are interested in the position, please send your CV as soon as possible. We review applications as we receive them and will close the search once we have found our new colleague.There will be two rounds of interviews. During the first interview, we assess your qualifications, and of course, all parties have to assess the chemistry and cultural match. If you proceed to the second round, you will be asked to complete a DISC analysis, a Case will also be part of the second round.If you are curious to know more about the job, you are welcome to contact Global Category Manager Michael Søbye Eye at +45 5158 1711.