Assistant Category Manager Job Description
As the Category Manager, you will be responsible for owning the P&L for the
jewelry category in alignment with business goals. You will be responsible for
developing and executing a strategic plan for the category, driving sales and
profitability, managing inventory, and collaborating with cross-functional teams
to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
Responsibilities :
- Develop and execute a strategic plan for the assigned category, in alignment with business goals and brand identity.
- Own the P&L for the assigned category, driving sales and profitability targets.
- Plan, forecast, and manage inventory levels to optimize stock availability across all sales channels.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as design, merchandising, retail operations, procurement, and marketing to ensure alignment and timely delivery of product, promotions, and other initiatives.
- Utilize market insights, competitor analysis, and sales data for product positioning, product development and pricing strategy.
- Devise long-term development strategies for retail and online operations of the category, optimizing sales and profitability for each channel.
- Onboard, and manage vendor relationships to ensure quality, timely deliveries, and competitive pricing.
- Negotiate terms, pricing, and supply agreements with vendors to maximize profitability and cost efficiency.
- Analyze customer feedback, develop insights, and use them to improve the category offerings and overall customer experience.
- Prepare regular reports on the category performance, including sales, profitability, and inventory levels.
Candidate Profile :
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field. A Master's degree is preferred.5+ years of experience in category management,buying, and merchandising, preferably in the jewelry industry.Proven track record of driving sales and profitability for a category.Strong negotiation skills and experience in vendor management.Proficiency in data analysis, sales forecasting, and inventory planning.Excellent collaboration skills to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.