Category Manager - eCommerce (7-10 yrs)

Category Manager

We are seeking for a Category Manager for an upcoming ecommerce company based in Mumbai.

Key Responsibilities:

- Category Strategy: Define and execute category strategies to achieve revenue, margin, and market share targets.

- Assortment Planning: Identify gaps and opportunities in the product range, collaborate with suppliers/partners to curate the best offerings.

- Vendor Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable terms and ensure consistent supply.

- Pricing and Promotions: Analyze market trends and competitor strategies to develop competitive pricing and promotional plans.

- Performance Analysis: Monitor category performance through data analysis and derive actionable insights for optimization.

- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, sales, operations, and product teams to enhance category visibility and growth.

- Customer Insights: Understand customer needs and preferences to shape category decisions and improve user experience.

Requirements:

- Proven experience in category management, merchandising, or product management, ideally in a startup or fast-paced environment.

- Strong analytical skills with expertise in data-driven decision-making.

- Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.

- Knowledge of market trends and consumer behavior in relevant industries.