Who are we?
Myntra is India’s leading fashion and lifestyle platform, where technology meets creativity. As pioneers in fashion e-commerce, we’ve always believed in disrupting the ordinary.
We thrive on a shared passion for fashion, a drive to innovate to lead, and an environment that empowers each one of us to pave our own way. We’re bold in our thinking, agile in our execution, and collaborative in spirit.
Here, we create MAGIC by inspiring vibrant and joyous self-expression and expanding fashion possibilities for India, while staying true to what we believe in.
We believe in taking bold bets and changing the fashion landscape of India. We are a company that is constantly evolving into newer and better forms and we look for people who are ready to evolve with us.
From our humble beginnings as a customization company in 2007 to being technology and fashion pioneers today, Myntra is going places and we want you to take part in this journey with us.
Working at Myntra is challenging but fun - we are a young and dynamic team, firm believers in meritocracy, believe in equal opportunity, encourage intellectual curiosity and empower our teams with the right tools, space, and opportunities.
As a Lead Associate - Category Management, with 3.4-6.10 years of experience, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing the category management functions within the organization. This position requires a deep understanding of product categories, market trends, and consumer behavior to optimize the product assortment, pricing, and promotions.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute category management strategies to drive business growth and profitability.
- Hands on experience with Inventory model/Buying.
- Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and consumer insights to identify new opportunities and risks.
- Collaborate with internal teams to develop product assortment plans that meet customer needs and company objectives.
- Manage vendor relationships, negotiate terms and conditions, and drive supplier performance improvements.
- Monitor category performance metrics, conduct regular reviews, and implement corrective actions to achieve targets.
- Lead cross-functional teams to implement category initiatives, promotions, and pricing strategies.
- Stay updated on industry best practices, emerging trends, and technological advancements in category management.
Develop and present regular reports and presentations to senior management regarding category performance and future strategies.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in category management, product management, or related roles.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data and market information.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other relevant software.
- Experience working in e-commerce, or consumer goods industry is a plus.
This job requires a detail-oriented individual with a strategic mindset and strong leadership capabilities to drive category performance and achieve business objectives effectively.
