Tech Category Manager: Lead Campus Store Tech

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University Campus Store seeks a Category Manager – Technology to lead the technology category strategy, assortment planning, and vendor partnerships. You will work with leading brands to deliver a relevant campus technology lineup for students, faculty, staff, and the campus community.

The role requires cross-functional collaboration with Fulfillment, Ecommerce, Marketing, Inventory Planning, and Store Leadership to ensure accurate product representation and timely availability while aligning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with relevant work experience.
• Experience in retail buying, merchandising, category support, inventory planning, or related functions.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the technology category strategy and plans.
• Research products, evaluate vendors, and prepare assortments.
• Manage product lifecycle from launch to end-of-life.
• Analyze sales, margins, inventory, and sell-through to drive actions.
• Coordinate with Ecommerce and Marketing for content and launches.
• Partner with store leaders to communicate launches and promotions.

Skills

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Inventory planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

University Campus Store seeks a Category Manager – Technology to lead the technology category strategy, assortment planning, and vendor partnerships. You will work with leading brands to deliver a relevant campus technology lineup for students, faculty, staff, and the campus community.

The role requires cross-functional collaboration with Fulfillment, Ecommerce, Marketing, Inventory Planning, and Store Leadership to ensure accurate product representation and timely availability while aligning