Assistant Category Manager

Xiaomi has transformed the way India watches television — with 12 million+ Smart TVs sold , we are among the most loved and trusted Smart TV brands in the country. As we enter the next phase of growth, Xiaomi TV is leading the premiumization wave , making advanced display technologies like QLED more accessible to Indian consumers. With the market witnessing a strong shift toward larger screen sizes and upgrading customers , this is a pivotal opportunity to shape the future of India’s Smart TV ecosystem — especially with category momentum accelerating post the GST change .

Role Overview :

We are looking for a dynamic, analytical, and business-driven professional to join our Smart TV Category / Go-To-Market (GTM) team. The role offers a unique opportunity to manage end-to-end product lifecycle and business performance for one of the most exciting and high-growth categories in Indian consumer electronics.

Key Responsibilities :

Work with the Senior Category / GTM Manager to manage the complete product lifecycle of select TV models — from planning and forecasting to execution — ensuring achievement of business goals.

Inventory Management : Oversee production, sell-in, and inventory control to ensure optimal availability and supply-chain efficiency.

Conduct bottoms-up forecasting and prepare monthly sell-in / sell-out plans, pricing strategies, and promotional schemes aligned with the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).

Track and analyze business performance metrics — including volume, value, ROI of enablers, and cost of operations — to drive profitability improvements.

Continuously monitor competitive landscape , leveraging primary and secondary data to build actionable counter strategies.

Collaborate cross-functionally with product, marketing, supply chain, sales, after-sales service, finance, and customer experience teams to ensure seamless product execution and market success.

Liaise closely with HQ teams to share market insights, contribute to product strategy, and provide updates on key performance indicators.

Prepare business review documents and executive presentations , delivering crisp, data-backed insights to leadership.

Why Join Us :

Be part of a category that’s redefining home entertainment for millions of Indian households. At Xiaomi, you’ll help shape how India upgrades to smarter, larger, and more immersive TV experiences — driving the next phase of growth in the premium Smart TV segment.

Preferred Qualifications :

MBA from Tier1 college (optional)

1+yrs experience in category management / sales / account management roles

Experience in PnL management

Highly organized and efficient in time management

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data sets and draw insights

Experience working with sales teams & understanding of sales processes

Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines & adapt to changing priorities

Strong stakeholder management