Our Story Zepto is a fast-growing startup that delivers groceries in 10 minutes flat through an optimized network of dark stores that we're building across the country! We're currently present in all Indian metros - Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Kolkata. We're incredibly well-funded and our investors include Y Combinator, Glade Brook, Nexus Venture Partners, and more! We've also built out one of the best startup teams in India, with Senior Executives from Uber, Flipkart, Dream11, and institutions like Stanford, INSEAD, IIM, and IIT. Your Role The Private Brand Head of Staples is a key leadership role within the retail organization. This role involves strategizing, developing, and managing the Private Brand product portfolio in the staples category. Key Responsibilities: Product Portfolio Management: - Develop and execute a comprehensive Private Brand product strategy for the staples category. - Identify market trends and consumer preferences to guide product selection and development. - Manage the entire product lifecycle from ideation to launch and beyond. Supplier Relationships: - Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and vendors. - Negotiate pricing, terms, and agreements to ensure cost-effective product sourcing. - Ensure quality control and compliance with industry standards. Financial Management: - Create and manage budgets for the Private Brand staples category. - Monitor financial performance, analyze sales data, and make data-driven decisions to optimize profitability. Marketing and Promotion: - Collaborate with the marketing team to create effective promotional strategies for Private Brand staples. - Develop marketing campaigns to highlight the value and quality of Private Brand products. Quality Assurance: - Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure that Private Brand staples meet or exceed quality standards. - Address any product quality or safety concerns promptly. Competitive Analysis: - Stay informed about market trends and competitors' products. - Identify opportunities for differentiation and innovation within the Private Brand staples category. What are we looking for? - Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (Masters degree in - Agriculture / MBA in Agribusiness preferred). - 2-4 years of proven experience in Sourcing Agri commodities and managing Private Brand portfolio , preferably in the retail or consumer goods industry. - Strong knowledge of the Indian retail market and consumer preferences. - Exceptional leadership and team management skills. - Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities. - Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

Mumbai

Zepto - Category Manager - Private Brand - Staples 

Job Description for Zepto - Category Manager - Private Brand - Staples  in ZEPTO PRIVATE LIMITED in  Mumbai for (2-4) years of experience. Apply Now!