Category Leader - Jewelry

XXXX.com strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. The fashion category at XXXXX in India that consists of Apparel, Shoes and Accessories (Watches, Jewelry, Handbags) is aiming to be a one-stop destination for head-to-toe style that can be counted on to offer customers an unprecedented range of quality products. We are seeking creative, goal-oriented and highly entrepreneurial people to join our exciting and fast-paced team.

We are focused on growing and developing a smart assortment of brands and providing easy access to fashion, with the best possible shopping experience for our fashion customers. Our team is growing and if you are keen on fashion, eCommerce and career growth, an opportunity with the fashion category at XXXX in India may be a great match!

- The Category Leader is the key advocate for the category within XXXX -building a world-class discovery and purchase experience for customers, expanding selection, and generally helping to define, shape and execute long-term strategic initiatives.

- The successful candidate will have experience working with external vendors in areas such as strategic planning and contract negotiations; experience working with technical teams to build innovative, new technology and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- He or she must also have the analytical horsepower to break down complex problems, and a strong will to get stuff done and deliver results no matter the obstacles.

- Keys to success also include a passion for the fashion industry, the desire to create a unique and compelling customer experience, and an ability to build & manage a high performing team.

Basic Qualifications :

- Bachelor's degree

- 10+ years of relevant work experience

- Experience directly leading a team and managing their performance

- Proven history in leadership roles with direct management of a team(s), with track record of developing/promoting direct reports

- Facilitation experience at all levels of the organization; must be comfortable addressing both large and small audiences across multiple leadership levels

- Experience with P&L responsibility

- Experience with vendor negotiations, pricing and promotion, inventory management, and product development

- Some travel required

Preferred Qualifications :

- Demonstrated ability to identify and solve ambiguous problems. In particular, identifying customer needs and inventing new ways to meet those needs.

- Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a high-energy, fast-paced environment. High degree of organization and ability to manage multiple, competing priorities in the heat of battle.

- Communications and collaboration skills that enable you to earn trust up, down, and across the company

- Extreme attention to detail and willingness to roll up your sleeves

- Growth potential to lead much larger and more complex businesses

- Online experience preferred

What we are looking for (Must) :

- MBA from Tier 1 institute. (2004 - 2008) Pass-outs.

- Current or previous experience working with any one of these companies - McKinsey, Bain, Booz or A.T.Kearney.

- Should have exposure handling P&L.

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