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Zepto - Associate Director - Category Management (4-11 yrs)
Zepto
posted 20hr ago
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Our Story:
Zepto is a leading player in India's quick commerce sector, recently valued at $3.6 billion following a successful $665 million funding round. As we scale up our operations and double our count of dark stores to 700, we're on a mission to revolutionize the delivery of both everyday essentials and big-ticket items. With plans to go public next year, we're looking for top talent to join our innovative team.
Your Role:
- We are seeking a skilled and motivated Buyer to join our Category division.
- This role is essential in curating a diverse and compelling product assortment that meets our customers' needs and drives category growth.
- The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the market, strong analytical skills, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and brands.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Product Assortment:
- Source and select a wide range of products that align with our category strategy and meet customer demands.
- Conduct market research to identify new trends, product opportunities, and competitive offerings.
- Develop and maintain a well-balanced and profitable product assortment.
2. Supplier Relationship Management:
- Establish and nurture strong relationships with suppliers, brands, and manufacturers.
- Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts to secure favorable deals and exclusivity where possible.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and high-quality standards of products.
3. Inventory Management:
- Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and minimize excess inventory.
- Analyze sales data and forecast demand to make informed purchasing decisions.
- Implement strategies to manage slow-moving inventory and reduce obsolescence.
4. Sales and Marketing Collaboration:
- Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to develop promotional strategies that drive product visibility and sales.
- Provide input on marketing campaigns, events, and promotions to maximize impact and reach.
- Coordinate with the merchandising team to ensure effective product placement and presentation.
5. Financial Management:
- Manage the buying budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and achievement of financial targets.
- Analyze financial reports to assess product performance and profitability.
- Implement corrective actions to address any variances and optimize financial outcomes.
6. Customer Focus:
- Champion a customer-centric approach in all buying decisions, ensuring products meet customer expectations and preferences.
- Utilize customer feedback and insights to refine product assortment and enhance the shopping experience.
- Ensure the highest standards of quality and satisfaction in all purchased products.
What We're Looking For?
- Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field
- Proven track record of successful product selection and supplier negotiations.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Deep understanding of category trends and consumer behavior.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in using buying and inventory management software.
Why Join Us?
- Zepto is on a blitzscaling path unlike any other startup today. Be the digital flagbearer for demand in this journey.
- The opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing unicorns is rare. Also, we're giving our team strong equity to create lasting wealth as our company grows.
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