Category Manager

MagickWoods Limited

Bengaluru

On-site

INR 2,189,141 - 3,940,455

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading company is seeking a mid-senior level Category Manager in Bengaluru. This role involves implementing strategies to boost sales in the furniture and facilities category, managing vendor relationships, and conducting market analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product management and proven experience negotiating vendor terms and optimizing inventory.

Qualifications

4-6 years of experience in category or product management.
Strong product knowledge in furniture and facilities.
Ability to analyse data and interpret trends.

Responsibilities

Implement category strategies to achieve sales targets.
Source and select high-quality products.
Establish relationships with vendors to evaluate performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship-Building

Analytical Mindset

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or related field

Tools

Ms Office

Category Management Software

Job description

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Implement category strategies and strive to achieve sales and margin targets, aligned with company goals and objectives.
Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive threats in the furniture and facilities category.

Product Selection and Assortment Management:

Source and select high-quality furniture and facilities products to meet customer needs and preferences, ensuring a diverse and attractive product assortment.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and agreements with vendors to optimise product margins and maintain competitive pricing in the market.

Vendor Management and Relationships:

Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, including managing performance, and resolving issues.
Evaluate vendor performance against key metrics such as quality, delivery, and service levels, and take appropriate actions to address any deficiencies.

Inventory Management and Planning:

Work closely with inventory and logistics teams to forecast demand, manage inventory levels, and optimise stock replenishment for the furniture and facilities category.
Monitor inventory turnover, stock levels, and product availability to minimise out-of-stock situations and maximise sales opportunities.

Promotions and Marketing:

Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop and execute promotional campaigns, marketing materials, and sales initiatives to drive category growth and customer engagement.
Analyse sales data and customer feedback to identify opportunities for product promotions, cross-selling, and upselling.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
Proven experience (4-6 years) in category management, product management, or related role, preferably in the furniture or facilities industry.
Strong product knowledge and understanding of furniture and facilities products, materials, and trends.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to interact effectively with vendors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, analyse trends, and make data-driven decisions to drive category performance.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritise workload effectively.
Proficiency in Ms office and category management software/tools.

Seniority level