Key Skills

Job Description

Based on the overall category/brand strategy and planning, formulate sub-category/brand plans, procurement and sales strategies, and carry out product selection and pricing, establish and maintain supplier relationships, manage product procurement and operations, take responsibility for sales performance outcomes, and conduct regular analysis and review. Key Responsibilities: • Support the end-to-end category management process within home and living product assortments. • Support the category leader develop and nurture strategic partnership with international and local brands/supply partners. • Analyse key metrics and range gaps to derive strategies on how to improve supplier and category performance. • Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability. • Assist on developing and executing comprehensive sales strategies, including pricing structures and promotional campaigns. • Develop long-term category strategies which are fit for the local market to ensure customer acquisition and retention as well as growth in key category KPIs. • Cross departmental engagement with supply chain, app development and marketing to deliver a best-in-class service to our customers. Qualifications: • Procurement, Merchandising or buying experience within relevant categories. The ideal candidate will have eCommerce experience in home and living categories. • Understanding of consumers, with market insights and purchasing expertise. • Exceptional analytical abilities, data sensitivity, and logical thinking. • Effective communicator with a passion for continuous learning. • Highly driven, innovative, team-oriented, and committed to aligning personal contributions with organisational goals.

Core Responsibilities

The Category Manager will formulate sub-category plans, manage procurement and sales strategies, and maintain supplier relationships to drive performance. They will also monitor inventory levels and collaborate across departments to ensure optimal product availability and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Candidates must have procurement, merchandising, or buying experience, ideally within the e-commerce home and living sector. Strong analytical abilities, market insight, and effective communication skills are essential for this role.