
Category Manager
3 days ago
We're Hiring | Manager – Category & Brand Management
Location: Bengaluru
Experience: 5–8 Years in Category Management / Brand Partnerships / Business Development
Budget: Up to ₹22 LPA
Contact: Kajal Thakur | kajal@skyleaf.global | 8085827207
Client: Confidential (Lifestyle / Fashion E-commerce Brand)
About the Role:
We're seeking a Manager – Category & Brand Management to scale lifestyle categories by building strong brand partnerships, driving assortment strategies, and owning business growth. This role offers P&L ownership, cross-functional collaboration, and high visibility in a fast-scaling consumer business.
Key Responsibilities:
Brand Management & Partnerships
- Identify, onboard & scale homegrown and established lifestyle brands
- Negotiate exclusive deals, better margins & enhanced visibility
Category Management
- Develop & execute category strategies aligned to business goals
- Create assortment plans & ensure high on-shelf availability
- Track consumer & market trends to curate relevant selections
Business Growth & P&L
- Drive revenue & margin growth via pricing, promotions & forecasting
- Boost GMV growth through campaigns, activations & seasonal events
- Monitor competitors & market trends for new growth opportunities
Cross-functional Collaboration
- Work with sourcing, design, supply chain, tech, finance & marketing teams
- Share insights on customer journey, merchandising & platform improvements
Desired Skills & Experience:
5–8 years in category management, brand partnerships, or business development (lifestyle, fashion, accessories, or e-commerce preferred)
Proven track record in vendor negotiations, assortment planning, and sales forecasting
Strong commercial acumen with analytical skills (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Mixpanel preferred)
Excellent communication, presentation & relationship management skills
Ability to manage multiple brands and stakeholders
What We Offer:
Opportunity to work with aspirational lifestyle brands
High ownership role with direct business impact
Fast-paced, collaborative environment with cross-functional exposure
Ready to scale lifestyle brands and own category growth? Let's connect
kajal@skyleaf.global | 8085827207
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