Category Manager
2 weeks ago
This role is for one of the Weekday's clients Salary range: Rs 1500000 - Rs 2000000 (ie INR 15-20 LPA) Min Experience: 6 years Location: Gurgaon JobType: full-time We are seeking a highly driven and strategic Category Manager to lead end-to-end category planning, execution, and performance management. The ideal candidate will bring 6–10 years of hands-on experience in category management, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to translate market insights into impactful category growth strategies. This role requires a blend of analytical capability, stakeholder management, and a deep understanding of consumer behaviour, competitive trends, and product lifecycle dynamics. Requirements Key Responsibilities Category Strategy & Planning - Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies aimed at driving growth, profitability, and market share. - Conduct in-depth market analysis to evaluate category performance, competitor landscape, and emerging trends. - Build annual and quarterly category plans, aligning with business objectives, sales targets, and customer expectations. - Define category roadmaps including product introductions, assortment planning, pricing architecture, and promotional frameworks. Assortment, Pricing & Merchandising Management - Lead assortment optimization by identifying gaps, evaluating product performance, and determining ideal product mixes. - Implement best-in-class pricing strategies using market benchmarking, elasticity analysis, and margin optimization frameworks. - Collaborate with merchandising, marketing, and sales teams to execute category initiatives, seasonal campaigns, and visual merchandising guidelines. Vendor Management & Negotiation - Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors. - Lead annual negotiations covering pricing, rebates, margins, supply terms, and service-level agreements. - Evaluate vendor performance using KPIs and drive improvements in delivery, quality, and cost efficiency. - Identify new sourcing opportunities and onboard strategic vendors to strengthen category depth. Performance Analysis & Reporting - Own category P&L, including revenue, margins, cost control, and inventory levels. - Analyse sales trends, consumer insights, and operational data to identify opportunities and risks. - Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly performance reports and translate findings into actionable business recommendations. - Partner with finance and supply chain teams to ensure healthy inventory turnover, demand planning accuracy, and operational efficiency. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with marketing to build and execute category-specific campaigns that drive traffic, conversions, and customer engagement. - Collaborate with product, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure category availability, timely launches, and fulfilment efficiency. - Support leadership in portfolio optimisation, business reviews, and long-term growth initiatives. Requirements - Experience: 6–10 years in category management, merchandising, buying, or product portfolio roles. - Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data-driven decision-making and forecasting. - Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. - Proven ability to develop strategic plans and execute with discipline. - Strong understanding of retail, e-commerce, or FMCG category dynamics (industry-specific experience preferred). - Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a focus on results and ownership.
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Category Manager
4 weeks ago
Gurugram, India Weekday AI Full timeThis role is for one of the Weekday's clients Salary range: Rs - Rs (ie INR 15-20 LPA)Min Experience: 6 years Location: Gurgaon JobType: full-time We are seeking a highly driven and strategic Category Manager to lead end-to-end category planning, execution, and performance management. The ideal candidate will bring 6–10 years of hands-on experience in...
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Category Manager
3 weeks ago
Gurugram, India boAt Lifestyle Full timeCategory Manager Location: Gurugram Experience required:- Relevant experience in category ownership, channel collaboration, and product lifecycle management About the Role:- We are looking for a high-ownership individual who can independently drive 0-to-1 category launches. This role is not just a category management position — it requires a mix of market...
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Category Manager
2 weeks ago
Gurugram, India boAt Lifestyle Full timeCategory Manager Location: Gurugram Experience required:- Relevant experience in category ownership, channel collaboration, and product lifecycle management About the Role:- We are looking for a high-ownership individual who can independently drive 0-to-1 category launches. This role is not just a category management position — it requires a mix of market...
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Category Manager
3 weeks ago
Gurugram, India boAt Lifestyle Full timeCategory Manager Location: Gurugram Experience required:- Relevant experience in category ownership, channel collaboration, and product lifecycle management About the Role:- We are looking for a high-ownership individual who can independently drive 0-to-1 category launches. This role is not just a category management position — it requires a mix of market...
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Category Manager
3 weeks ago
Gurugram, India boAt Lifestyle Full timeCategory Manager Location: Gurugram Experience required:- Relevant experience in category ownership, channel collaboration, and product lifecycle management About the Role:- We are looking for a high-ownership individual who can independently drive 0-to-1 category launches. This role is not just a category management position — it requires a mix of market...
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Category Manager
3 weeks ago
Gurugram, India boAt Lifestyle Full timeCategory ManagerLocation: GurugramExperience required:- Relevant experience in category ownership, channel collaboration, and product lifecycle managementAbout the Role:-We are looking for a high-ownership individual who can independently drive 0-to-1 category launches. This role is not just a category management position — it requires a mix of market...
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Category Manager
3 weeks ago
Gurugram, India boAt Lifestyle Full timeCategory ManagerLocation: GurugramExperience required:- Relevant experience in category ownership, channel collaboration, and product lifecycle managementAbout the Role:-We are looking for a high-ownership individual who can independently drive 0-to-1 category launches. This role is not just a category management position — it requires a mix of market...
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Category Manager
3 weeks ago
Gurugram, India boAt Lifestyle Full timeCategory ManagerLocation: GurugramExperience required:- Relevant experience in category ownership, channel collaboration, and product lifecycle managementAbout the Role:-We are looking for a high-ownership individual who can independently drive 0-to-1 category launches. This role is not just a category management position — it requires a mix of market...
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Category Manager
3 weeks ago
Gurugram, India Punia Marketing Consulting LLP Full timeCategory Manager :We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Category Manager to lead our GTM initiatives in the venture capital domain. This role involves understanding market trends, managing product categories, and driving revenue and user growth strategies that align with our company's objectives.Key Responsibilities : - Market Analysis: Conduct...
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Category Manager
2 weeks ago
Gurugram, Gurugram, India boAt Lifestyle Full timeJob Description Category Manager Location: Gurugram Experience required:- Relevant experience in category ownership, channel collaboration, and product lifecycle management About the Role:- We are looking for a high-ownership individual who can independently drive 0-to-1 category launches. This role is not just a category management position it requires a...
