Senior Category Manager - Worldwide Food

JD.COM; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

JD.COM seeks a Senior Category Manager for their Worldwide Food segment. This role involves managing supplier relationships, developing category strategies, and driving product selection to enhance customer satisfaction in the UK market. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and a background in buying or merchandising, particularly in the food sector.

Benefits

Health insurance

Pension

Performance bonuses

Inclusive work environment

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in Worldwide and International food merchandising.
• Established supplier relationships within the UK FMCG network.
• Strong market insights and purchasing expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing and sales activity for Worldwide food products.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships.
• Analyze metrics and identify strategies for category performance.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Communication

Market insights

Negotiation

Education

Experience in merchandising or buying

Job description

Senior Category Manager - Worldwide Food

Senior Category Manager - Worldwide Food

JD.com (NASDAQ: JD; HKEX: 9618), also known as JINGDONG, has evolved from a pioneering e-commerce platform into a leading global 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/

We are seeking an ambitious and driven Senior Category Manager to manage our Worldwide Food (excluding China) product assortment, providing the best selection of items for our UK consumers at the best price. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and managing supplier relationships to ensure we offer the best products to our customers. This role offers a unique opportunity to build and shape category strategies and contribute to the growth of a new and dynamic e-commerce business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead purchasing and sales activity for the Worldwide and International (excluding China) food product category.
• Business development with brands and suppliers, bringing the leading brands on board.
• Analyse key metrics and identify sourcing gaps to derive strategies on how to improve supplier and category performance;
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability.
• Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies, including pricing structures and promotional campaigns.
• Identify and engage with potential partners, manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and cost efficiencies, validate fees, and ensure accurate data maintenance.
• Curate and select category-specific products that align with consumer demand and usage scenarios.
• Collaborate with international supply chain teams to secure necessary resources and support.
• Analyse sales and procurement data to identify trends, propose improvements, and enhance gross profit margins.
• Engage with regional and local teams to implement strategies proposed.

Qualifications:

• Merchandising or buying experience within Worldwide and International food and/or related.
• Deep understanding of consumers, with strong market insights and proven purchasing expertise.
• Established supplier relationships within the FMCG network in the UK.
• Exceptional analytical abilities, data sensitivity, and logical thinking.
• Effective communicator with a passion for continuous learning.
• Highly driven, innovative, team-oriented, and committed to aligning personal contributions with organisational goals.

What We Offer:

• The exciting opportunity to shape category strategies and contribute to the growth of a new and dynamic e-commerce business.
• A diverse, inclusive work environment, where you can make a significant impact on JD.com's regional presence.
• A competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, pension, and performance bonuses.

JD.com is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Purchasing

• Industries

  Software Development and Retail

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