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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Category Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing product categories to enhance sales performance and profitability. You will work closely with suppliers, marketing teams, and sales departments to ensure that the right products are available at the right time and price. Your analytical skills will be crucial in evaluating market trends, customer preferences, and sales data to make informed decisions about product assortment and pricing strategies.
As a Category Coordinator, you will play a key role in maintaining strong relationships with vendors and negotiating favorable terms to maximize profitability. You will also collaborate with internal teams to develop promotional campaigns and merchandising strategies that align with business objectives. Your ability to analyze data and generate reports will help in identifying opportunities for growth and improvement within your assigned categories.
The ideal candidate for this position has a strong background in retail, merchandising, or category management. You should be comfortable working with large datasets, have excellent communication skills, and be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential for success in this role.
If you are passionate about retail and have a keen eye for market trends, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and contribute to the success of our product categories by ensuring they meet customer needs and business goals.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Manage and optimize product categories to drive sales and profitability.
- Analyze market trends, customer preferences, and sales data to make informed decisions.
- Collaborate with suppliers and negotiate favorable terms for product procurement.
- Work with marketing and sales teams to develop promotional campaigns.
- Monitor inventory levels and ensure product availability.
- Prepare reports and presentations on category performance.
- Identify opportunities for growth and improvement within assigned categories.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
- Experience in retail, merchandising, or category management.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Knowledge of market trends and consumer behavior.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with category management?
- How do you analyze market trends to make category decisions?
- What strategies have you used to optimize product assortment?
- How do you handle negotiations with suppliers?
- Can you give an example of a successful promotional campaign you developed?
- How do you ensure inventory levels are maintained effectively?
- What tools or software do you use for data analysis?
- How do you handle challenges in a fast-paced retail environment?
