Associate Category Manager - Handline Vertical

Apply only if you have relevant experience in the Hand-line Category.

About OZi:

We're building the most trusted quick commerce platform for parents delivering everything they need for their kids in minutes. Backed by Blume Ventures and currently in our 0- 1 phase, we're assembling a mission-driven team to build something truly category-defining.

Role Summary:

We are looking for a candidate who will own the planning, analytics, and strategic roadmap for key categories. This role is highly data-driven and requires someone who can translate insights into actionable business strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Own category planning and forecasting, including demand planning and inventory optimization

2. Analyze category performance across metrics like sales, margins, conversion, and growth trends

3. Identify growth opportunities, gaps, and inefficiencies within the category

4. Work closely with cross-functional teams (Buying, Marketing, Supply Chain) to drive category performance.

5. Build and maintain dashboards, reports, and data models for decision-making

6. Drive pricing, assortment, and promotional strategies based on data insights

7. Support leadership with strategic inputs and business planning

8. Continuously optimize category performance through experimentation and analysis

Requirements:

1. Experience in analytics, consulting, category planning, or strategy roles

2. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel (advanced), SQL, or data tools

3. Ability to work with large datasets and derive meaningful insights

4. Strong problem-solving and structured thinking approach

5. Excellent communication skills with the ability to present insights clearly