Associate Category

**About the Team
Because we are solving a unique problem, one that’s mostly untouched by other e-commerce players. We are designing e-commerce for the Next Billion Users - the users from Tier-2+ markets who are new to the e-commerce landscape and have (almost) never transacted online before. Our category teams are as diverse as our users.

We act from the frontlines to actively drive the mission of democratizing internet commerce for everyone. Our teams are composed of Senior Business Managers/Business Managers, Associate Business Managers, and a group of Key Account Managers and Business Development Executives. We interact with the Category Marketing team, Product team, User growth and Operations team on a routine basis. All of us work hard together to ensure that we continue to be the No. 1 shopping destination for Bharat users. We are passionate, energetic individuals who work like entrepreneurs. Moving at 10 x speed is where we excel. If you want a high-powered career growth and supporting work environment, we are the right destination for you

**About the Role
**- What you will do
- Mentor, motivate & provide direction to a team of Key Account Managers
- Advocate Meesho’s values & principles across your team
- Work with central teams to ensure best selection, affordable prices and high discovery on the platform
- Develop robust processes for smooth execution of all critical tasks
- Define KRA's & goals for the team and individuals. Compile and evaluate metrics for success assessment of individual and team level tasks
- Communicate priorities and key decisions with stakeholders with your excellent verbal, written & visual communication skills. Drive higher suppliers engagement and quick problem resolution through effectively guiding your team
- Be comfortable with challenges and exude confidence to build processes to drive higher efficiency and better outcomes. Influence strategic decisions across the organization by earning the trust of your stakeholders. Effectively use quantitative & qualitative data to drive decisions & measure success
- Helps define category short & medium term goals, design execution roadmap and set team priorities that align with company’s overall strategic goals- What you will need
- BE/B.tech from tier 2+ institutes
- MBA preferred. 1-3 years of overall experience with at least 1+ years in leading teams
- Experience with startups and fast-paced environments is an added advantage
- Experience in using Microsoft Excel to analyze data and build POV
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically and tactically
- Deep understanding of business and customers
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to lead the team and manage relevant stakeholders

**About Meesho
**Meet Meesho - India’s only true e-commerce marketplace.**

Welcome to Meesho, where every story begins with a spark of inspiration and a dash of entrepreneurial spirit. We're not just a platform; we're your partner in turning dreams into realities.

Meesho (Meri shop) started with a single idea in mind - to be an e-commerce destination for the next billion Indian consumers and enable 100 million small businesses to succeed online. Meesho is democratizing internet commerce in India. The company provides sellers with a range of industry-first benefits such as zero commission and the lowest shipping cost. Over 1.4 million sellers are registered on Meesho, growing their business by tapping the company’s massive customer base, state-of-the-art tech infrastructure, pan-India logistics at the lowest cost through third-party logistics providers in an 'Everyday Lowest Cost' channel for sellers.

Meesho has been a catalyst for over individual entrepreneurs, propelling them into an online business with zero initial investment. What sets us apart is our revolutionary 0% commission model for sellers, a pioneering concept in the Indian e-commerce landscape. Our vision extends beyond being a platform; we aspire to be the e-commerce destination for Bharat—a testament to our dedication to inclusivity and accessibility.

**Meesho milestone:
Our journey is marked by significant milestones, including a valuation of $4.9 billion and the unwavering support of renowned investors such as Sequoia Capital, Softbank, Fidelity, Prosus Ventures, Facebook, and Elevation Capital. Meesho proudly found its place in Y Combinator’s 2021 Top Companies List and was the sole Indian startup featured in Fast Company’s The World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies in 2020. In 2021, we claimed the 6th spot in Linkedin’s Top Startups List.

9 crore orders every month~13 Lakh seller on the platform 75% of user from Tier 2+ cities of India 3.6 cr monthly and 14 cr Annual transiting users12+ Cr product listings on Meesho A new product uploaded every second

But beyond the numbers and accolades, our true strength lies in our people. At Meesho, we champion a people-first culture with gender-neutral and inclusive policies. Dis