Category Manager

Gopuff; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a dynamic Category Manager to redefine commerce. This role involves leading vendor negotiations, conducting range reviews, and driving impactful promotions. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and negotiation skills, with a passion for fostering collaboration and shared success. Join a team that values curiosity and respect, and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. If you're ready to shape the future of shopping, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical support

Dental and vision support

Mental health support

Company RSUs

Employee rewards

Career growth opportunities

Annual performance appraisal

Bonus opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or e-commerce with a growth mindset.
• Strong analytical skills for data-driven decision-making.
• Proven negotiation skills for securing supplier partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead vendor negotiations and manage supplier relationships.
• Conduct range reviews and innovate product offerings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for decision-making.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Financial Modelling in Excel

Presentation Skills in PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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At Gopuff, we're not just delivering convenience - we're redefining how the world shops. Since pioneering instant needs in 2013, we've empowered millions of customers across the U.S. and U.K. to reclaim their time through seamless, fast, and reliable delivery. Behind this transformative journey is our tech-first mindset, relentless obsession with customer experience and operational excellence.

To continue shaping the future of commerce, we're looking for an exceptional Category Manager. This is not just a job; it's a mission. We believe great work happens through collaboration, not competition. You foster a culture of curiosity, respect, and shared success, ensuring data is a tool for empowerment, not gatekeeping. No room for arrogance, just a commitment to helping others and making an impact together. If you're a high-performer who thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments, this is your chance to build, innovate, and leave a lasting mark on one of the most disruptive industries in the world. Are you ready to shape the future of commerce? Let's go.

You will

• Lead vendor negotiations to secure competitive terms and foster long-standing supplier relationships.
• Conduct continuous range reviews to refresh assortments, identify gaps, and innovate with new offerings.
• Collaborate closely with our cross-functional category team—partnering with in-stock managers and category analysts to drive cohesive decision-making.
• Project-manage multiple initiatives across the category spectrum, ensuring timely delivery and flawless execution.
• Plan and execute high-impact activations and promotions that captivate customers and accelerate growth.
• Drive Gopuff Ads sales by educating vendors on our advertising platform and maximising their ROI.
• Leverage data insights—working alongside our Data Team—to develop forward-looking category analyses and strategic roadmaps.
• Oversee rigorous quality checks, ensuring every product in your category meets our standards.

You have

• Experience in online and brick-and-mortar retail, or within FMCG and e-commerce industries, with a growth mindset and eagerness to master new categories on the job.
• Strong analytical skills, with a track record of data-driven decision-making and insightful performance analyses.
• Proven deal-making and negotiation skills, capable of securing win-win agreements and nurturing long-term supplier partnerships.
• A natural storyteller who can sell the vision, acting as an enthusiastic ambassador for Gopuff and inspiring suppliers to invest in shared success.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel for financial modelling and in PowerPoint for crafting clear, compelling presentations.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder-management abilities, comfortable collaborating across cross-functional teams and with senior leadership.

Benefits

• We want to help our employees stay safe and healthy. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental health support to all eligible employees.
• Company RSUs (Restricted Stock Units)
• Gopuff employee rewards (including some great brand partnership deals)
• Career growth opportunities
• Annual performance appraisal and bonus

Company Summary & EEOC Statement

At Gopuff, we know that life can be unpredictable. Sometimes you forget the milk at the store, run out of pet food for Fido, or just really need ice cream at 11 pm. We get it—stuff happens. But that's where we come in, delivering all your wants and needs in just minutes.

Now, we're assembling a team of motivated people to help us drive forward that vision—bringing a new age of convenience and predictability to an unpredictable world.

Like what you're hearing? Then join us on Team Blue.

Gopuff is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive workplace where we do not discriminate based on race, sex, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or familial status, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.