Senior Category Manager

JD.COM; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Diversity and inclusion in the workplace

Performance bonuses

Job summary

A leading e-commerce platform in Rotterdam is seeking a Senior Category Manager to develop the product assortment for home appliances. The ideal candidate will have experience in category management, strong analytical skills, and a drive for supplier relationship management to enhance product offerings at competitive prices. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to shape the category strategies within a dynamic business environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in category management and building supplier relationships.
• Understanding of market insights related to consumer behavior.
• E-commerce experience in home appliances is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the category management process within product assortments.
• Develop strategic partnerships with brands and suppliers.
• Analyze metrics to improve category performance.
• Monitor inventory levels for optimal stock availability.
• Assist with sales strategies and promotional campaigns.
• Engage cross-departmentally to deliver quality service to customers.

Skills

Procurement experience

Merchandising experience

Analytical abilities

Effective communication

Team-oriented

Job description

JD.COM Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands

Senior Category Manager

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.

We are seeking an ambitious and driven Category Manager to support build our assortment focussing on home appliances providing the best selection of goods for our consumers at the best price. The ideal candidate will have experience in category management and building meaningful supplier relationships ensuring the optimum product offering is developed for our customers.

We are looking to hire Senior Category Managers for multiple categories: Electronics/Appliances, Pet, FMCG, Foods, Home & Living

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the end-to-end category management process within product assortments.
• Support the category leader develop and nurture strategic partnership with international and local brands/supply partners.
• Analyse key metrics and range gaps to derive strategies on how to improve supplier and category performance.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability.
• Assist on developing and executing comprehensive sales strategies, including pricing structures and promotional campaigns.
• Develop long-term category strategies which are fit for the local market to ensure customer acquisition and retention as well as growth in key category KPIs.
• Cross departmental engagement with supply chain, app development and marketing to deliver a best-in-class service to our customers.

Qualifications:

• Procurement, Merchandising or buying experience within relevant categories. The ideal candidate will have eCommerce experience in home appliances categories.
• Understanding of consumers, with market insights and purchasing expertise.
• 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, 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.