Category Program Manager

3 weeks ago

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Talentiser Full time

Role Summary

The Program Manager will be responsible for key strategic projects identifying, developing, and launching new product categories in manufacturing, while building a robust and scalable pan- India supply ecosystem. The role involves close collaboration with Projects GTM team, external stakeholders: Manufacturers, Customers, Internal teams, and Industry experts to drive market- relevant category expansion and strategic partnerships.

Key Responsibilities - New Category Development

- Identify high-potential product categories in Manufacturing looking at India's Manufacturing landscape based on customer demand, industry trends, and business strategy.

- Perform Industry landscaping, identifying sub-categories, top manufacturers and build capability mapping

- Conduct detailed category diagnostics, define category roadmap, and drive go-to-market execution.

- Lead end-to-end category lifecycle from idea to commercialization, including feasibility validation, design support, and pilot planning.

- Collaborate with Industry Experts, Design Teams, Quality, and Marketing Teams to ensure a successful and scalable category launch

- Build and expand a pan-India network of suppliers, fabricators, and contract manufacturers aligned with new category requirements.

- Drive sourcing strategy, vendor selection, negotiation, and onboarding processes.

- Structure long-term strategic partnerships for consistent supply, quality assurance, and

innovation.

- Monitor supplier KPIs and conduct periodic reviews and audits to ensure performance,

compliance, and cost-effectiveness.

- Engage with industry experts, think tanks, associations, and consultants to gain deep market understanding and future category insights.

- Benchmark competitors, study global and domestic trends, and identify risks and opportunities within category landscapes.

- Stay current on regulations, standards, material availability, and cost structures influencing category dynamics.

Its a 6 Days working company

Key Skills & Competencies

- Strong Communication Skills and capabilities

- High Ownership levels at work

- Market research and commercial acumen

- Excellent stakeholder communication management and execution discipline

Experience Required

B.E./B.Tech from a reputed Tier-1 Engineering College

Min experience of 2yrs in a top Startup

Ideally has an experience in engaging with external parties: Customers, vendors, partners, and

industry experts across India

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