Sr Category Manager - Foods - eCommerce

A leading eCommerce company is hiring category managers for "FOODS " category.

Looking for sales professionals having experience in sales, product management, category management, pricing, negotiations and so on.

Prerequisite:

- MBA from tier1 B- School

- Experience in handling 'FOODS / GROCERY' category .

Preferred companies are Walmart, Reliance, Spencer, Metro Cash & Carry, AMUL, DABUR, Britannia, ITC and so on.

Responsibilities:

- Support the sourcing strategy (direct/ indirect supply, priority brands and selection) for one or more of the key segments of the foods category

- Increase selection available for customers of websites.

- Support the establishment of long term relationships with leading brands and supporting the establishment of vendor agreements

- Support the execution of technical integration with suppliers and support projects to more efficiently source stock and assimilate vendor catalogs

- Assist the In-stock Management team in inventory management/ improvement activities

- Assist vendors to set-up promotions and merchandising activities and coordinate with the Site Merchandising team to execute these initiatives

- Participate in day-to-day back office operational aspects of the category, including gathering and addressing customer feedback & business improvement initiatives

- Develop knowledge of supply/ demand trends and success drivers in the automotive industry, be an ambassador within the automotive industry and continuously support the enhancement of position

Basic Qualifications:

- Graduate preferably with a work experience of 3+ years

- Strong business judgment with a track record of successfully supporting negotiations and overall relationship management.

- Candidate must be fluent in English and preferably one other European language.

- Proven analytical thinking, project management skills, attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills are essential

- A track record of proven success in past positions

- Ability to think strategically and tactically

- Tenacity to develop ideas independently and thrive in a fast-paced start-up environment is essential for success.