Category Manager

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Category Strategy & Planning:
• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business goals.
• Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activities to make data-driven decisions.
• Identify new product opportunities and improve existing assortments.
• Buying & Vendor Management:
• In cases requiring deeper involvement, participate in vendor negotiations and factory interactions.
• Work closely with suppliers to optimize costs, terms, and product availability.
• Ensure supplier relationships align with quality, compliance, and ethical sourcing standards.
• Merchandising & Inventory Management:
• Oversee the merchandising team to ensure effective product placement, visual merchandising, and stock rotation.
• Manage stock levels, demand planning, and replenishment strategies to reduce stock-outs and overstocking.
• Coordinate with supply chain and logistics teams for timely product availability.
• Sales & Performance Analysis:
• Track category performance using key metrics such as sales, margins, stock turns, and profitability.
• Generate reports and insights to optimize category performance.
• Adjust pricing, promotions, and assortment strategies based on sales performance and market feedback.
• Team Leadership & Coordination:
• Lead a team of merchandisers, ensuring alignment with category goals.
• Provide training and development to enhance team capabilities in merchandising and buying functions.