Category Strategy Analyst

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce platform in London is seeking a Category Strategy Analyst to support category growth through market research and data analysis. The role involves cross-functional collaboration with supply chain, marketing, and product teams, providing an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the industry. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in e-commerce or retail, along with proficiency in data analysis tools and fluent Mandarin.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Relevant experience in e-commerce or retail.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring industry trends and analyzing competitors.
• Support design of business models and track KPIs.
• Collaborate with supply chain, marketing, and product teams.

Skills

Fluent in Mandarin

Strong analytical thinking

Good communication skills

Proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, International Trade, Statistics, Economics, E-commerce

Overseas study or experience

Tools

Excel

SQL

Python

Data visualization tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Category Strategy Analyst

Location: London, UK

JD.com (NASDAQ: JD; HKEX: 9618), also known as JINGDONG, has evolved from a pioneering e-commerce platform into a leading technology and service provider with supply chain at its core. Renowned for its supply chain innovation and excellence, the company has expanded into sectors including retail, technology, logistics, healthcare, and more, aiming to transform traditional business models with cutting-edge digital solutions. Learn more about us: https://corporate.jd.com/

About the Role

We are looking for a Category Strategy Analyst to support category growth through market research, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. This role is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the cross-border e-commerce industry, work with international teams, and develop expertise in category strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Market & Consumer Insights: Assist in monitoring industry trends, analyzing competitors, and studying consumer preferences to identify potential opportunities.
• Data-Driven Strategy Development: Support the design of business models, track KPIs, and help optimize category lifecycle strategies to drive growth and efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with supply chain, marketing, and product teams to support the execution of category strategies and improve user experience.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, International Trade, Statistics, Economics, E-commerce, or a related field; overseas study or experience is a plus.
• Experience: Relevant experience in e-commerce, retail, consulting, in category analysis/product operations. Familiarity with Excel, SQL, Python, or data visualization tools is preferred.
• Core Competencies: Fluent in Mandarin, curiosity and strong analytical thinking, good communication skills, eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment, and proficiency in English for data analysis and reporting.