Category Manager

3 days ago

Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India dropdash Full time ₹ 45,000 - ₹ 55,000 per year

About the Role

We're looking for a proactive and strategic Category Manager to join our team at Dropdash.

You will own and grow a product category – from selecting the right assortment to negotiating with suppliers, defining pricing, and driving profitability. If you have worked with leading fashion/e-commerce companies like Myntra, Ajio, or Nykaa Fashion, and know how to scale categories in the Indian market, this role is for you

What You'll Do

  • Plan and execute growth strategies for your assigned category.
  • Research market trends, customer behavior, and competitors to stay ahead.
  • Negotiate with vendors & suppliers to secure best terms and build strong relationships.
  • Work with marketing & sales teams to launch new campaigns and promotions.
  • Manage pricing, promotions, inventory, and demand forecasting to maximize profitability.
  • Track KPIs and category performance; take corrective actions wherever needed.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction by aligning offerings with market demand.

What We're Looking For

  • 2–5 years of experience in category management.
  • Prior experience in fashion/e-commerce companies (Myntra, Ajio, Nykaa Fashion, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of the Indian retail & e-commerce market.
  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in Excel, reporting, and category management tools.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, startup environment.

Bonus Points (Nice-to-Have)

  • Familiarity with retail merchandising systems/software.
  • Knowledge of pricing strategies, margin analysis, and inventory management.
  • Hands-on experience with demand forecasting & data analytics tools.
  • Passion for e-commerce and customer-first thinking.
  • Multilingual skills to cater to diverse Indian markets.

Why Dropdash?

  • Opportunity to own and scale a key category in a growing startup.
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
  • Exposure to end-to-end category management in the competitive Indian market.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹45, ₹55,000.00 per month

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Provident Fund
  • Work from home

Work Location: In person

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