Category Manager

Are you ready to take the next leap in your career? If you are looking for an opportunity to create an impact using your knowledge & creativity with the objective of maximizing company performance, then we may have just the right opening for you.

Our mindset :

We are business minded – identifying opportunities to improve performance and developing solutions, tools and processes that will steer our business towards long-term success, while ensuring high quality in everything we do.

We strive for continuous innovation and strong cross-functional collaboration, because working in an everchanging industry requires us to think and act fast. We take responsibility for growing our people and particularly take pride in ensuring strong ties between leaders, managers and colleagues.

Working in BESTSELLER, no two days are ever the same, and new challenges and opportunities are always awaiting us.

Key Responsibilities :

Planning & Forecasting : Develop demand and supply plans across core (NOOS), seasonal, and exclusive collections. Ensure timely product intake and maintain optimal stock levels across stores, warehouses, and partner platforms.

Trading & Assortment Strategy : Define key trading metrics using sales data and market insights. Curate the right mix of core and fashion styles, adapting global collections for local relevance. Identify and develop high-performing, digital-first or exclusive products for enhanced customer engagement.

New Product Development : Collaborate with the design team to introduce focused, trend-led styles tailored for the target market. Launch high-velocity products that align with customer preferences and support business goals.

Sell-Through & Profitability : Drive sell-through rates by managing pricing, promotions, and markdown strategies effectively. Monitor product performance to optimize margins and maintain a fresh, commercially strong assortment.

Content & Visual Merchandising : Partner with styling and content teams to create impactful e-commerce visuals. Ensure product pages and listings reflect brand identity, boost discoverability, and drive conversion.

Co-Own GTM : Collaborate with marketing and digital teams to plan and execute timely, high-impact product launches. Ensure cross-functional alignment for smooth execution across channels and platforms.

Desired Personality :

Good communication skills – verbal as well written

Must have a process-driven approach

Must be proactive and a go-getter

Eligibility Criteria :

Minimum 3 years in Buying & Merchandising (Digital / E-com is a plus)

Strong analytical and planning skills

Commercial acumen with a focus on profitability

Prior digital / e-commerce exposure preferred

Collaboration skills across multiple stakeholders