Category Manager
Analyzing data or insights to determine industry and consumer trends regarding the product and category
Creating and developing a strategic long term plan for the development of the category
Developing an exit strategy for unsuccessful products
Overseeing a team of analysts and other support staff
Building and driving relationships with key vendors to improve pricing and quality of services
Becoming a leader in category ranging, pricing and promotions across channels
Placing appropriate orders to ensure product availability meets demand
Leading category management projects to optimize ranges and related merchandising
Collaborating with buyers and merchandisers to expand product categories
Creating forecasts for product demand to ensure sustainability of inventory
Managing budget development and revenue for the category
Developing strong working relationships with buying, marketing and merchandising teams.
Qualifications
- A minimum of 4–5 years of strong category management experience is required E-commerce experience is a must
- Strong knowledge of category management, marketing and sales principles
- Ability to analyse and develop accurate conclusions to support category decisions based on key data
- An understanding of the market and consumer insights and trends
- Strong people management and persuasion skills to manage and influence at all levels of the company
- An analytical mind with strategic ability
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in MS Office