Category Manager

Role DescriptionWe are seeking a strategic and commercially focused Category Manager to lead the development and performance of assigned product or service categories. The role will be responsible for developing category strategies, analyzing market and customer trends, optimizing product portfolios, and driving sustainable growth, profitability, and competitive performance.The Category Manager will analyze sales, pricing, customer behavior, market trends, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and risks. The role will work closely with procurement, sales, marketing, finance, supply chain, and other stakeholders to develop and execute category plans aligned with overall business objectives.Key responsibilities include managing category strategies, assortment and portfolio planning, pricing and promotional activities, supplier and product performance, market research, and category reporting. The role will monitor key performance indicators, evaluate product profitability, identify gaps and growth opportunities, and recommend actions to improve sales, margins, customer satisfaction, and overall category performance.The successful candidate will also support supplier negotiations, product launches, promotional planning, demand considerations, and continuous portfolio optimization. Strong commercial awareness and data-driven decision-making will be essential in balancing customer needs, business priorities, operational requirements, and financial performance.QualificationsBachelor’s degree or above in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or a related field.Strong understanding of category management, product portfolio management, pricing, merchandising, and market analysis.Strong analytical and commercial skills with the ability to interpret sales, pricing, customer, and market data.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with ERP, BI, analytics, or category management tools is preferred.Strong understanding of market trends, customer behavior, competitor analysis, and commercial performance.Excellent negotiation, communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.Ability to develop data-driven strategies and translate analysis into practical business actions.Strong attention to detail with a focus on profitability, growth, customer value, and operational efficiency.Proactive, strategic, and results-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external business partners.