Senior Category Manager

Roles and responsibilities

The Category Manager Assistant supports the Category Manager in executing strategies for product selection, pricing, promotions, and inventory management within the grocery e-commerce dark store operations. This role requires keen market awareness, data analysis skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to optimize category performance and ensure product availability aligns with customer demand.

(Some of) What you will be doing:

Assist in Category Strategy Execution:

• Support the implementation of category plans and strategies to drive sales growth, enhance product assortment, and improve market positioning.

Product Selection and Online Merchandising:

• Collaborate with the Category Manager to select products, manage product lifecycle, and execute merchandising strategies for optimal online presentation.

Supplier and Vendor Coordination

• Assist in managing supplier relationships, coordinating product orders, and ensuring timely deliveries to maintain stock levels.

Pricing and Promotions Support:

• Contribute to the development and execution of pricing strategies and promotional campaigns to boost sales and improve category margins.

Inventory Monitoring and Stock Management

• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with supply chain teams to prevent stockouts and overstock situation

Market and Competitor Analysis

• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends, consumer needs, and opportunities for category expansion

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Analyse sales data, track performance metrics, and generate reports to support decision-making and strategy adjustments.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with marketing, supply chain, and operations teams to ensure product availability, timely promotions, and a seamless customer experience

Product Content Management

• Ensure accurate and engaging product descriptions, images, and specifications are maintained on the e-commerce platform.

Desired candidate profile

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Professional Experience:

• 1–3 years of experience in category management, merchandising, or retail operations, preferably in the grocery or e-commerce industry.
• Familiarity with supplier coordination and inventory management

Technical Expertise

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) and data analysis tools.
• Experience with e-commerce platforms and inventory management systems is a plus.
• Communication and Collaboration:
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Skills

• Category Management and Merchandising
• Support Supplier Coordination and Relationship
• Management Data Analysis and Reporting
• Pricing and Promotions
• Strategy Inventory and Stock
• Management Market Research and Competitor
• Analysis Cross-functional Team Collaboration
• Product Content and E-commerce Platform
• Management Time Management and Organizational

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Category sales growth and revenue contribution
• Product availability and stock turnover rates
• Accuracy and effectiveness of product listings
• Supplier delivery and performance metrics
• Execution of pricing and promotional strategies
• Market share growth in assigned categories