Category Manager for Consumer Electronics

WHR Global Consulting; Pateros; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

WHR Global Consulting in the Philippines is seeking a hands-on Category Manager to lead and optimize our consumer electronics merchandising and procurement operations. You will own end-to-end category management for a portfolio of 4,000–16,000 SKUs across gadgets, smart devices, audio, cameras, storage, laptops, and gaming products.

The role requires strategic sourcing, price negotiation, vendor management, inventory planning, and cross‑functional collaboration with sales, logistics, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in category management, procurement, or merchandising, specifically in the consumer electronics industry.
• Proven ability to manage a high‑volume SKU portfolio (4,000–16,000 SKUs) across diverse product categories.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end merchandise planning and category management, including product sourcing, pricing, vendor management.
• Oversee a portfolio of 4,000–16,000 SKUs across multiple consumer electronics categories.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to guide buying strategies and category performance.
• Mentor a small team of buyers, and align merchandising with sales, logistics, and marketing.
• Report category performance and supplier metrics to senior leadership.

Skills

Category management

Procurement

Vendor negotiation

Merchandising

Inventory planning

Data analysis

Leadership

MS Excel

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor0s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a hands‑on, results‑driven, and strategic Category Manager to lead and optimize our consumer electronics merchandising and procurement operations. This role will be responsible for the end‑to‑end category management of a wide portfolio of 4,000 to 16,000 SKUs, including gadgets, smart devices, audio, cameras, storage, laptops, and gaming products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end‑to‑end merchandise planning and category management process, including product sourcing, price negotiation, vendor management, inventory planning, and purchasing.
• Oversee a wide-ranging portfolio of 4,000 to 16,000 SKUs across multiple consumer electronics categories.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international vendors and suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing and consistent product availability.
• Identify opportunities for category expansion, product rationalization, and market differentiation.
• Analyze sales data, consumer trends, and inventory metrics to guide buying strategies and category performance.
• Drive alignment between merchandising, sales, logistics, and marketing to optimize sell‑through and maximize margins.
• Plan and execute seasonal campaigns, promotional strategies, and product lifecycle management.
• Mentor, manage, and motivate a small team of buyers or category specialists, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance work environment.
• Conduct competitive benchmarking, market analysis, and new product scouting to maintain category competitiveness.
• Regularly report on category performance, supplier metrics, and business insights to senior leadership.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in category management, procurement, or merchandising, specifically in the consumer electronics industry.
• Proven ability to manage a high‑volume SKU portfolio (4,000–16,000 SKUs) across diverse product categories.

Strong expertise in:

• Sourcing, ordering, and procurement
• Vendor negotiation and relationship management
• Pricing strategy and margin optimization

• Preferably with experience in handling gadgets, smart devices, laptops, audio products, gaming accessories, storage devices, and cameras.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision‑making skills.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to inspire and guide a small team.
• Self‑starter with a doer mentality — hands‑on, execution‑focused, and accountable.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient in MS Excel, inventory systems, and ERP/purchasing platforms.
• Must be willing to work onsite in Arca South, Taguig City.