BigBasket - Category Manager - Cookware & Kitchen Accessories

About:

- We are looking for a Category Manager/Senior Buyer for our Kitchenware product category with Minimum 3-10 years of experience in category or buying, ideally in the kitchenware or homeware categories.

- The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of the kitchenware categories, strong understanding of ecommerce trends, and consumer behavior.

- You will be responsible for managing and growing the kitchenware product range, ensuring we offer a compelling and profitable selection to our customers, and maximizing sales and margin performance.

- Develop and execute the overall product strategy for the kitchenware category, including assortment planning, pricing, and promotional strategies.

- Own the end-to-end product lifecycle from identifying trends, selecting products, managing inventory, and ensuring timely delivery.

- Conduct regular market research and competitive analysis to identify new trends, opportunities.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors to secure the best prices, products, and terms.

- Negotiate pricing, lead times, and contracts to ensure favorable terms for the company while maintaining product quality and availability.

- Monitor supplier performance, ensuring timely deliveries and maintaining high service standards.

- Curate and expand the kitchenware product range based on customer needs, seasonality, and market trends.

- Regularly evaluate product performance, adjusting the assortment and pricing as necessary to meet customer demand and drive sales.

- Work closely with the merchandising and inventory teams to maintain optimal stock levels and avoid out-of-stock situations.

- Analyze sales data and customer feedback to drive product selection and improve sales performance.

- Optimize the product mix to increase conversion rates, average order value (AOV), and overall revenue in the category.