Toys Category Strategist

Job Title: Category Lead

As a Category Lead, you will be responsible for leading and scaling the Toys category across e-commerce marketplaces and offline retail channels.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience in category management, with a deep understanding of consumer behavior and product assortment in the Toys category.

Key Responsibilities:

• Onboard leading Toys brands and launch them across various channels.
• Manage the end-to-end brand lifecycle for global brands.
• Build and manage a curated portfolio of brands exclusively in the Toys category.
• Drive brand growth through assortment expansion, SKU optimization, and supply chain improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maximize brand performance.
• Contribute to a robust omnichannel presence across Ecommerce and offline channels.
• Drive profitability and scalability through margin management and GMV contribution.

Requirements:

• 8+ years of work experience in category management, including 4+ years in offline retail and eCommerce, and at least 2+ years in the Toys category.
• Deep understanding of Toys' specific consumer behavior, product assortment, manufacturing, and supplier network.
• Expertise in marketplace/retail selling: category strategy, pricing, visibility, and marketing levers.
• Demonstrated success in scaling assortment and lifecycle SKU management.
• Proven record of cross-functional collaboration across brand, ops, tech, and analytics.