Category Manager Kits

Autodoc Group; Województwo mazowieckie; On-site; PLN 169,995 - 233,743; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive parts company in Poland is seeking a skilled analyst for managing and optimizing their product assortment within the Kits direction. Responsibilities include data analysis, strategy support, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, proficiency in Excel, and experience in project management. Fluency in English and Russian is required, making this role perfect for candidates who thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High level organizational skills.
• Proven experience in setting tasks for technical teams.
• Fluent in English (B2/C1) and Russian.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and manage the current assortment.
• Perform deep-dive analysis to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage operational aspects of the Kits category.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Communication

Time management

Tools

PowerBI

Metabase

Excel

Job description

Job Description

The core responsibility of this role is to analyze and manage the current assortment and create new assortment within the Kits direction. This involves collecting and analyzing data, developing and testing hypotheses, and striving to maximize the revenue of the direction.

1. Data Analysis Detective Work: Perform deep-dive analysis to find information, investigate complex data discrepancies, and identify growth opportunities using advanced Excel tools and BI systems.
2. Assortment Strategy Support: Assist in managing the product assortment and participate in hypothesis testing to optimize the category performance.
3. Category Execution: Manage the operational aspects of the Kits category, ensuring tasks are brought to completion (done is better than perfect approach) and practical results are delivered.
4. Documentation Process Maintenance: Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, ensure all task updates are kept in order (e.g., in Jira/Confluence), and standardize category processes.
5. Reporting Visualization: Consolidate data from various sources to prepare reports; use PowerBI or Metabase to visualize performance metrics for stakeholders.
6. Cross-functional Collaboration: Communicate effectively with colleagues across departments to align on goals and resolve blockers independently.
7. Technical Task Management: Formulate clear requirements and write tasks for developers and analysts; monitor their execution, control deadlines, and ensure regular status updates.

Qualifications

1. High level organizational skills.
2. Advanced MS Excel/Google spreadsheets Expertise.
3. Technical Interaction: Proven experience in setting tasks for technical teams (developers/analysts) and managing the delivery pipeline.
4. English Language: B2/C1 level (Upper-Intermediate to Advanced) – capable of fluent written and verbal communication with international colleagues. Fluent in Russian.
5. BI Tools Knowledge: Experience with Metabase (or similar systems) is a plus; ability to create and use PowerBI reports is highly desirable.

Required Skills

1. High level of analytical skills and logical reasoning.
2. Detective Mindset, Problem Solving: Strong capability and desire to dig for information, navigate ambiguity, and figure out complex issues independently.
3. Ability to bring tasks to the finish line; focuses on delivering a working solution rather than getting stuck on perfectionism.
4. Multitasking: Ability to handle multiple work streams simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
5. Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with technical and business teams.
6. Successful experience in project management as an additional advantage.