E-commerce Category Manager

Role & responsibilities

• P&L Ownership:Take full responsibility for the Profit & Loss statement of the assigned category.
• Assortment Planning:Decide which products to add, keep, or remove based on market trends and customer demand.
• Strategy Development:Create long-term plans to outshine competitors and capture market share.
• Competitive Pricing:Monitor competitor prices daily and adjust your own to stay competitive while maintaining margins.
• Promotional Calendars:Plan and execute seasonal sales, "deal of the day" events, and bundle offers.
• Markdown Management:Strategically lower prices for slow-moving stock to clear inventory without heavy losses.
• Vendor Relations:Negotiate better terms, pricing, and exclusive product launches with vendors.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:Work withMarketing(for ads),IT(for site layout), andSupply Chain(to ensure stock availability).
• Product Listings:Ensure high-quality images, accurate descriptions, and SEO-optimised titles.
• Discoverability:Collaborate with SEO/SEM teams to ensure products rank high in search results.

Key Skills

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Data analysis and interpretation skills
• Project management and organizational skills

Preferred candidate profile

• 3-7 years of experience in retail, buying, or e-commerce.