Job Title : Associate Category Manager – Puja Calendar & Astrology
Location : Bangalore, HSR
Function : Puja Category & Content
Reports To : Category Director
Role Overview :
We are looking for a curious, business-oriented, and culturally aware professional to support the Puja Calendar and Astrology category . The role combines cultural insight, analytical thinking, and user understanding to help design and scale offerings around India’s religious and astrological ecosystem.
The ideal candidate has a basic understanding of the Hindi calendar and astrology, with a keen interest in user behavior, engagement patterns, and business growth levers.
Key Responsibilities :
- Category ownership for the Puja Calendar , ensuring accuracy of festivals, tithis, muhurats, and other cultural events.
- Conduct user and market research to identify engagement opportunities linked to astrology and calendar-driven themes and collaborate with the Marketing team on implementation.
- Work closely with the Category Leaders to plan and execute calendar-based campaigns and initiatives.
- Collaborate with Product, Content, and Design teams to integrate key features or content based on festival and astrology insights.
- Analyze data on user engagement, retention, and feature performance to suggest improvements.
- Coordinate with internal and external experts (astrologers, cultural consultants) to ensure authenticity and alignment.
- Monitor industry and cultural trends to inform category strategies.
Key Competencies :
Cultural Knowledge : Basic understanding of Hindi calendar, astrology, and key spiritual / ritual events.Analytical Mindset & Attention to detail : Ability to interpret user data and engagement metrics to inform decisions. Ensures data and content accuracy.Project Coordination : Strong organizational skills and comfort working across functions.Business Acumen : Awareness of how user needs tie into growth and engagement goals.Content Sensibility : Appreciation for spiritual and cultural storytelling.Curiosity : Deep interest in India’s spiritual and astrological traditions.Collaboration : Works effectively across teams and stakeholders.Adaptability : Flexible in managing evolving priorities and fast-paced timelines.Ownership : Takes initiative and follows through on deliverables.Ideal Background :
2–4 years of experience in category management, product support, user insights, or content strategy.Exposure to or interest in astrology, spirituality, or cultural products.Strong communication and coordination skills.Why This Role Matters :
The Puja Calendar and Astrology category sits at the heart of our mission to bring spirituality closer to everyday life. As the Associate Category Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how millions of users experience rituals, festivals, and astrology in a meaningful, tech-enabled way. Your work will directly influence user engagement, trust, and emotional connection with our platform.