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Category Manager

Full-time

Apparel Group

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Category Strategy & Planning:

  • Develop and implement category strategies aligned with overall business objectives.

  • Analyze market trends, customer behavior, and competitive insights to support data-driven decision-making.

  • Identify growth opportunities through new product introductions and optimization of existing assortments.

2. Buying & Vendor Management:

  • In cases requiring deeper involvement, participate in vendor negotiations and factory interactions.

  • Work closely with suppliers to optimize costs, terms, and product availability.

  • Ensure supplier relationships align with quality, compliance, and ethical sourcing standards.

3. Merchandising & Inventory Management:

  • Oversee the merchandising team to ensure effective product placement, visual merchandising, and stock rotation.

  • Manage stock levels, demand planning, and replenishment strategies to reduce stock-outs and overstocking.

  • Coordinate with supply chain and logistics teams for timely product availability.

4. Sales & Performance Analysis:

  • Track category performance using key metrics such as sales, margins, stock turns, and profitability.

  • Generate reports and insights to optimize category performance.

  • Adjust pricing, promotions, and assortment strategies based on sales performance and market feedback.

5. Team Leadership & Coordination:

  • Lead a team of merchandisers, ensuring alignment with category goals.

  • Provide training and development to enhance team capabilities in merchandising and buying functions.

  • Work cross-functionally with marketing, operations, and finance to drive category success.

Desired Experience:

  • 6-8 years of experience in category management, buying, or merchandising within the retail industry.

  • Strong skills in assortment planning, vendor management, and inventory control.

  • Proven ability to analyze data and drive category performance.

  • Experience in leading cross-functional collaboration across supply chain, marketing, and operations.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail, or a related field

Vacancy posted 20 hours ago
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