Global Senior Category Manager - Zode SA
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Job Description
Company Name: Zode SA
Primary Role
As a Global Senior Category Manager you will lead the strategy and performance of multiple product categories across international markets. You will oversee global category managers ensuring that product selections vendor relationships pricing strategies and market initiatives are optimized for maximum profitability and customer satisfaction. This senior role demands strong leadership advanced category management expertise and the ability to drive growth in the competitive ecommerce space.
Key Responsibilities
Global Category Leadership: Develop and lead comprehensive strategies for multiple product categories to drive sales market share and profitability across diverse global markets.
Vendor Relations: Oversee vendor management processes ensuring strong partnerships with key global suppliers and negotiating optimal terms for pricing delivery and quality.
Team Management: Lead and mentor global category managers providing guidance on category performance vendor negotiations and market strategies.
Market Expansion: Identify opportunities for category expansion into new international markets building relationships with new vendors and managing compliance with local regulations.
DataDriven Strategy: Leverage global market data sales performance and competitor insights to inform strategic decisions and category optimization initiatives.
CrossFunctional Collaboration: Work closely with senior leaders and crossfunctional teams (marketing logistics finance etc.) to align category strategies with broader business goals.
Category Optimization: Continuously assess and refine the product assortment pricing and promotional strategies to meet changing customer needs and market dynamics.
Performance Management: Monitor category performance set KPIs and implement action plans to address any underperformance or seize new growth opportunities.
Compliance & Risk Mitigation: Ensure that all global vendor activities comply with company policies international trade laws and regional regulations.
Skills Knowledge required
Proven leadership in managing multiple global product categories.
Extensive experience in global ecommerce and retail strategies.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills for dealing with international vendors.
Ability to lead and motivate crossfunctional and geographically diverse teams.
Strong knowledge of supply chain management logistics and international market regulations.
Proficiency in vendor management software ERP systems and ecommerce platforms.
Education Experience Required
Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Management or a related field.
710 years of experience in category management procurement or vendor management with significant global or multimarket experience.
Proven success in leading ecommerce category management initiatives at a senior level.
Experience managing highvalue contracts with international vendors.
Strong background in data analysis and performance monitoring within ecommerce.
Employment Type
Full Time
