
Senior Product Category Manager
4 days ago
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Category Manager to join our team at 7d. As a key member of our Buying department, you will be responsible for driving sales and profits within the consumer electronics category.
About Us
At 7d, we are committed to building customer perception and satisfaction through a scientific approach to buying and merchandising. We leverage relationships between brands and retailers to create a collaborative approach that meets the needs of shoppers.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify customer preferences and forecast consumer trends in the consumer electronics market.
- Evaluate supplier options according to prices, quality, etc., and determine the best choices for our business.
- Purchase new products & brands and check the quality and popularity of those already on our shelves.
- Negotiate terms of agreements to achieve the best deal for our company.
- Ensure timely delivery of products and compliance with purchase contracts.
- Monitor stock levels and plan for buying within budget.
- Create reports on sales and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Maintain the category of mobile & accessories / smart wearables / smart gadgets & car accessories & charging & cable.
- Develop Category Strategy to achieve Sales/Profitability Target and maximize market share.
- Drive promotion strategy through direct team & support functions to ensure business objectives are met.
- Determine the positioning of a product category to maximize visibility.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferable in Business or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum 3 years of consumer electronics experience.
- Clear understanding of:
- Consumer electronic business, consumer habits, and industry developments.
- Budgeting, merchandise buying plans, demand planning, driving sales and profit, and cost control.
- Category Development and positioning, building rapport with brand host and other functionaries, contributing to marketing and advertising plans.
- Directing, supervising, and controlling various activities and functionality associated with the category/brand.
Skills
- Analytical Skills - Quantitative reasoning through a data-driven approach, ability to measure, justify, and refine category/branding efforts based on data.
- Relationship management - Build and maintain rapport with Vendors, Suppliers, and your Team.
- Result-oriented, focused on setting and reaching goals.
- Effective Communicator - Keep everyone aligned behind the category/brand and ensure their agenda matches up to your category/brand strategies.
- Critical thinker and problem-solving skills.
- Team worker, will need to work with colleagues and coordinate with multiple departments.
- Knowledge in tech-related goods.
- Prioritization and Time management.
- Ability to work under pressure.
About the Role
This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires a strong analytical mind, excellent communication skills, and a passion for consumer electronics. If you have a proven track record in buying and merchandising, and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
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