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Junior Category Manager, Boostbar - Zürich (100%)

Boost Inc

Boost Inc

Zürich, Switzerland
Posted on Feb 28, 2026
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At A Glance
We’re one of the fastest-growing companies in unattended retail tech - 150+ people, 6 countries, hundreds of customers, and a product that’s redefining how the world shops.
In Switzerland, we operate under our brand Boostbar, bringing drinks and food directly to where people work or are on the go – sustainably, conveniently, and with service that adds real value.
As a Junior Category Manager, you will help shape, bring to life, and execute our food & beverage retail strategy. You will analyse trends, develop product concepts, collaborate with brand partners and suppliers, create real new product concepts and drive the performance of our retail range to ensure great customer experiences with Boostbar. Using consumer and market insights, strong quantitative analysis, and a natural foodie instinct, you will support data-driven product decisions and work closely with cross-functional teams to turn ideas into reality.
What You'll Do
  • Analyse market trends, consumer behaviour, and product performance across all Boostbar categories, from coffee and drinks to snacks and meals.
  • Challenge the status quo by promoting existing concepts, identifying the next-best products in the market, running regular gap analyses, and identifying new ways to disrupt the industry.
  • Manage supplier and partner relationships, negotiating terms, defining initiatives, and aligning product decisions with the overall Boostbar strategy.
  • Execute initiatives internally by coordinating rollouts, including PIM setup, pricing, sales materials, activations, and more.
What You'll Bring
  • High affinity for food, gastronomy and consumer products, combined with an understanding of quality, margins and customer expectations.
  • Confident in representing Boostbar with partners and suppliers, negotiating commercial terms and driving product decisions aligned with overall strategy and P&L impact.
  • Thrives in a fast-moving startup environment, combining strong numerical analysis with the hunger to challenge the status quo and build structure where processes are still evolving.
  • Completed Bachelor’s degree (University, FH); a Hospitality degree, Master’s degree or 1+ years of professional work experience in consumer goods retail or gastronomy are considered a plus.
  • Fluency in German & English is a must (C2); Swiss-German is a significant advantage; Italian or French is a plus.
Why Join Us
  • Exposure & network – Unmatched exposure to the F&B world, giving you the opportunity to build valuable. partnerships with some of Switzerland’s (and Europe’s) leading brand names.
  • A clear path to grow, own and shape your area.
  • Office perks – complimentary coffee and 50% off food and beverages at the office.
  • The usual: budget for personal development, benefits for your well-being, and some decent swag.
About us
Boost inc is a global leader in unattended retail technology, redefining traditional vending by transforming it into modern, digital retail experiences. Headquartered in Switzerland, with a dedicated technology hub in the UK, our team of over 150 professionals works across Zurich, London, and offices in some European countries. Since our founding, we’ve empowered more than 400 customers across Europe and beyond - including vending operators, OEMs, and consumer brands - with cutting-edge solutions designed to drive operational efficiency, business growth, and engaging consumer experiences.


Here you can find more information:
www.boostinc.com / www.boostbar.ch
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