Category Manager at DreamWorks Integrated System Limited

Job brief:

The candidate must be able to manage the product category or range and be responsible for the pricing and overall promotion of that product or service. The category manager must have an understanding of consumer needs and the retail environment. He/She must possess a commercial mindset and full comprehension of marketing and sales principles.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyzing data or insights to determine industry and consumer trends regarding the product and category.
• Creating and developing a strategic long term plan for the development of the category
• Developing an exit strategy for unsuccessful products
• Overseeing a team of analysts and other support staff
• Building and driving relationships with key vendors to improve pricing and quality of services
• Becoming a leader in category ranging, pricing and promotions across channels
• Placing appropriate orders to ensure product availability meets demand
• Leading category management projects to optimize ranges and related merchandising
• Collaborating with buyers and merchandisers to expand product categories
• Creating forecasts for product demand to ensure the sustainability of inventory
• Developing strong working relationships with buying, marketing and merchandising teams

Requirement

• Previous experience in category management and procurement of lifestyle and computing is important.
• Strong knowledge of category management, marketing and sales principles.
• Ability to analyze and develop accurate conclusions to support category decisions based on key data.
• An understanding of the market and consumer insights and trends.
• Strong people management and persuasion skills to manage and influence at all levels of the company.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office