Category Manager

We are seeking an execution-focused Category Manager to take end-to-end commercial ownership of assigned product categories. You will drive brand acquisition, lead corporate partnerships, and strategically curate inventory using real-time market trends. Serving as the key link between procurement and technology, you will also collaborate with our tech team to optimize live mobile app placements, flash sales, and promotional campaigns.Key Responsibilities Brand Acquisition & Partnerships: Proactively source, build, and manage commercial relationships with FMCG suppliers, local distributors, and manufacturers. Lead strategic corporate meetings to evaluate brand potential.Assortment & Margin Optimization: Audit supplier catalogs to select high-demand SKUs based on consumer behavior, market trends, and seasonality. Negotiate competitive pricing, bulk discounts, and exclusive placement terms to protect margins.Pricing & Inventory Management: Benchmark daily competitor pricing within Kathmandu Valley's quick commerce ecosystem for dynamic adjustments. Track inventory metrics (turnover, gross margins, dead stock) and forecast demand to prevent stockouts and overstocks.Digital Merchandising: Collaborate with the tech team to strategically feature high-converting categories, flash sales, and targeted promotional deals on mobile applications.RequirementsEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent , BBS, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related commercial field.Experience: 3+ years in category management, retail buying, strategic procurement, or commercial merchandising—specifically within Nepal's FMCG sector, organized supermarkets, e-commerce, or quick-commerce platforms.Skills:Strong corporate communication and independent presentation abilities.Advanced analytical mindset with expertise in spreadsheets (Excel/Google Sheets) and platform analytics.Solid understanding of digital promotional strategies.Personality: An aggressive, data-driven deal-maker who thrives at the intersection of traditional retail trade and modern mobile technology.