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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Category Manager to lead the strategic development and performance of specific product categories within our organization. This role is essential in driving category growth, optimizing product assortment, and enhancing customer satisfaction. The Category Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, sales, procurement, and supply chain to ensure category objectives align with overall business goals.
The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, excellent negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of market trends and consumer behavior. You will be responsible for analyzing data to identify opportunities, developing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and executing promotional plans. Your ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution will be key to success in this role.
As a Category Manager, you will also be expected to monitor category performance, track KPIs, and make data-driven decisions to improve profitability and market share. You will play a pivotal role in product lifecycle management, from product selection and pricing to end-of-life planning. Additionally, you will collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of category initiatives and maintain a competitive edge in the market.
This position requires a proactive and results-oriented individual who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about retail, data analysis, and driving business growth through effective category management, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities
- Manage product assortment and lifecycle planning
- Negotiate with suppliers to optimize cost and terms
- Collaborate with marketing on promotional planning
- Monitor category performance and adjust strategies as needed
- Work with supply chain to ensure product availability
- Conduct competitive analysis and benchmarking
- Define pricing strategies to maximize profitability
- Coordinate with sales teams to align category goals
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in category management or merchandising
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools
- Experience with retail or consumer goods preferred
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Knowledge of supply chain and inventory management
- Ability to work cross-functionally with diverse teams
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have in category management?
- How do you analyze category performance and make decisions?
- Describe a successful category strategy you implemented.
- How do you handle supplier negotiations?
- What tools do you use for data analysis?
- How do you stay updated on market trends?
- Describe a time you improved product assortment.
- How do you collaborate with marketing and sales teams?
- What is your approach to pricing strategy?
- How do you manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment?
