Senior Executive/Manager, Category Management

foodpanda hk; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Executive/Manager in Category Management at an innovative food delivery service. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive category performance and develop strategic plans for product offerings. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, utilizing your analytical skills to make data-driven decisions that enhance operational efficiency. Enjoy a flexible work environment with ample career growth opportunities and modern office amenities. If you're passionate about e-commerce and ready to make an impact, this is the place for you!

Benefits

Career Growth

Flexible Hours

Modern Office Amenities

Fully-Stocked Pantry

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in merchandising or category management.
• Experience in e-commerce is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver administrative support to category managers for performance.
• Develop and execute optimal category strategies for sales growth.

Skills

Merchandising

Category Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Executive/Manager, Category Management to be based in foodpanda Malaysia, at Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur. This role will report to the Senior Category Manager in the pandamart vertical. The Category Management team oversees the strategic planning, development, and execution of product categories within the foodpanda groceries business. You will get to wear many hats, meticulously plan to launch and expand an exciting new business, and improve operational efficiency.

This role is open to hire at either Senior Executive or Manager level depending on the candidate's qualifications & experience.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Accountable for delivering excellent administrative support to the category managers, enabling the team to drive category performance within pandaMart MY.
• Act as the ‘business owner’ across different allocated categories, possessing a comprehensive understanding of internal and external variables impacting foodpanda business.
• Develop and execute optimal category strategies, including pricing, promotions, range, availability, and cost prices to expand sales and margins.
• Ensure foodpanda categories have the optimal selection and competitively priced offerings in the market through local and international sourcing, developing long-term strategic plans for category development.
• Source and build a strong supplier base to negotiate better terms, secure supplier advertising spend, and ensure a reliable flow of goods.
• Develop new sourcing options and extend range to provide high-quality, good-value goods year-round.
• Employ data-driven decision-making to guide the category, working closely with marketing and supply chain to forecast demand and ensure consistent supply.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Supply Chain, Sales Operations, and Marketing to deliver strategic projects.
• Deep dive into categories to identify best and worst practices, then develop and execute strategies to improve category performance.

What you need to be successful

• At least 2 years of experience in merchandising, buying, or category management.
• Experience in the e-commerce industry is a plus.
• Ability to work autonomously in a demanding and often ambiguous environment, with strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• An analytical mind with strategic thinking capabilities.
• Fluency in English, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace is a plus; mastery of Microsoft Office is preferred.
• An enthusiastic team player eager to leverage skills and experience effectively.

Who we are

About Delivery Hero:
Delivery Hero is a leading global online food ordering and delivery marketplace with dominant market positions in multiple countries across Europe, MENA, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific. Headquartered in Berlin, it operates in over 40 countries with more than 21,000 employees. Visit www.deliveryhero.com for more information.

About foodpanda:

foodpanda, part of Delivery Hero, is dedicated to bringing favorite meals from local restaurants to food lovers worldwide. It partners with over 100,000 restaurants across 13 countries, including Malaysia, and operates in various Asian and Central European markets. For more details, visit www.foodpanda.my.

What's in it for you

Our perks:

• Career growth: We support your career development with frameworks and structures to craft your learning experience.
• Culture: Thrive in a creative, dynamic environment where you are empowered, engaged, and appreciated.
• Work Flexibility: Enjoy flexible hours, modern office amenities including a gaming area and nap rooms, and comprehensive employee perks such as a fully-stocked pantry and supportive leave policies.