Senior Category Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida.

📋 Description

• Analyze data or insights to identify trends in the industry and consumer behavior.

• Review and engage external data service providers to fulfill the analytical requirements of the role.

• Formulate long-term development strategies for various product categories.

• Create exit strategies for products that do not succeed.

• Build trusting relationships with customers to enhance pricing and service quality.

• Develop and place customer orders appropriately to ensure product availability that aligns with consumer needs.

• Establish the positioning of a product category to optimize visibility.

• Collaborate with marketing teams to set competitive pricing and promotional strategies for product categories.

• Work with buyers and merchandisers to broaden product categories.

• Forecast product demand to maintain sustainable inventory levels.

• Recommend and assist in the rollout of new products across all categories.

• Partner with sales leads and customers to enhance sales and margins in support of budgets.

• Provide category trends to inform short- and long-term strategies.

• Manage budget development and revenue responsibilities for product categories.

• Promote a collaborative work environment by encouraging effective communication and cross-training initiatives to boost team productivity, versatility, and skill growth.

• Take on additional responsibilities and tasks as assigned by management.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.

• Over 7 years of experience in a Category Manager role.

• In-depth knowledge of Category Management, Marketing, and Sales principles.

• Strong expertise in data analysis and forecasting techniques.

• Good understanding of the pricing landscape in the US and EU; experience with product launch pricing is preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Ability to design workflows and procedures, develop innovative solutions, promptly identify and resolve issues, and effectively coordinate projects.

• Demonstrates proficiency in project management and coordination.

• Exhibits professional experience working collaboratively within a team setting.

• Capacity to generate innovative solutions.

• Skilled in drafting routine reports and correspondence.

• Possesses strong verbal communication skills, capable of addressing groups of customers or employees within an organization.

• Must have excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal.

• Demonstrates a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail in work.

• Shows diligence in completing tasks punctually, utilizing effective time management skills.

• Requires robust leadership capabilities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Flexible work environment.

• Employee discounts on products and services.