Category Manager

5 days ago

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Annachy (by Saravana Stores) Full time ₹ 5,00,000 - ₹ 15,00,000 per year

About
:

We are an early-stage ecommerce venture, backed by a renowned South Indian retail chain with over 50 years of legacy and 6 flagship super-stores across Tamil Nadu. Our mission is to bring the same trusted shopping experience to online customers, delivering trusted quality products at the lowest prices.

Role
:

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Ecommerce Category Manager to drive growth and profitability for a category. This role requires expertise in purchasing, assortment planning, product merchandising and collaboration across teams for the best customer experience and to drive business targets.

Key Responsibilities
:

Own the category's P&L with a focus on key metrics such as Gross Merchandise Value and Inventory turnover, maintain appropriate selection catering to customer segments and trends, drive cost efficient sourcing and collaborate on marketing.

Product Curation & Merchandising:

Build and manage a compelling selection aligned with customer preferences and market demand. Ensure product listings are optimized for visibility and conversions. Plan and execute promotional strategies to boost sales and customer engagement.

Market Benchmarking & Trends:

Stay ahead of market trends and competitive landscape to refine assortment strategies. Implement competitive pricing models. Identify and adopt new trends relevant to the category.

Data & Analytics:

Use data-driven insights to identify growth opportunities and enhance customer experience. Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to track category performance. Develop monthly replenishment plans to maintain optimal stock levels.

Vendor Management:

Negotiating with suppliers for better pricing and terms.

Operations
:

· Manage day-to-day category operations and ensure seamless processes

· Work closely with warehouse and operations teams to oversee inventory management

· Collaborate with product team and internal teams for appropriate merchandising and app features, to boost conversion

Qualifications
:

· Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's degree is a plus

·
Experience
: 5+ years of experience in category management, vendor management, or sourcing / P&L experience in ecommerce or retail

· Expertise in product selection, price negotiation, and supplier relationship management

· Proficiency in data analysis and attention to detail

· Team management experience

· Prior experience of meeting or exceeding business targets

Preferred:

·
Good understanding of the Tamil Nadu market, with experience tailoring campaigns to local consumer behaviour and preferences

· Fluency in Tamil and Hindi is a plus for better communication

· Experience in B2C marketplaces preferred

Comp & Benefits

·
 Attractive compensation and benefits for the right candidate.

Why Annachy?

Growth Potential:
You will get to play a pivotal role in building a high-growth company from the ground up - a unique opportunity to shape the future of- value e-commerce, for crores of customers, starting with South India.

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