Location : Hyderabad

Work Mode: onsite and Open to Travel with the Region

Experience ; 1 to 5 years

Compensation: INR() 1,000,000 to 1,200,000

Role Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and business-oriented Category Executive to support and grow assigned product categories within a fast-paced retail environment. The role focuses on assortment planning, vendor management, category growth, and market analysis to drive sales, margin, and inventory efficiency.

The ideal candidate will come from Apparel, FMCG, Pharma Retail, or other consumer-facing industries, with a strong understanding of offline retail operations and category fundamentals.

Key Responsibility Areas

Curate and onboard relevant assortments aligned with category strategy
Collaborate with vendors to enhance category performance and business outcomes
Manage and nurture relationships with sellers, partners, and brand principals
Drive category growth through pricing, promotions, assortment optimization, and availability levers
Conduct continuous market and competitor analysis on assortment, pricing, and trends to identify gaps, threats, and opportunities
Work closely with buying, marketing, and operations teams to implement corrective actions
Manage inventory returns and liquidation processes in line with defined SOPs
Monitor sales performance and inventory levels to minimize lost sales opportunities

Skill Set & Competencies

Strong understanding of offline retail with a passion for continuous learning
Smart, enthusiastic, proactive, and creative mindset
Excellent organizational skills including prioritization, scheduling, and time management
Proven negotiation and influencing capabilities
Strong numerical, analytical, and data interpretation skills
Sound business acumen with an overall understanding of category economics
Experience working on or supporting cross-functional initiatives
Ability to operate effectively in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
Capability to analyze market trends and respond with actionable strategies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education & Professional Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree: Mandatory
Master's Degree (MBA): Preferred
Work Experience: 12 years preferred
Mandatory Industry Experience: Consumer-facing sectors such as FMCG, Pharma Retail, Apparel, or related retail environments
Exposure to business operations, category management, or merchandising is desirable

Additional Information

This is a 6-days work-from-office role
Candidate must be open to regional travel as required

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