Category Manager Home Dcor Brand
We're looking for a strategic and commercially driven Category Manager to lead product development, merchandising, and category growth for a fast-scaling home dcor brand. You will own category planning, product lifecycle, pricing, and go-to-market execution across D2C, marketplace, and offline channels.
Key Responsibilities
1. Category Strategy & Assortment
- Define category strategy based on consumer insights and trends.
- Build a competitive, profitable product assortment and drive new SKU development.
- Ensure alignment with brand identity and demand patterns.
2. Product Lifecycle Management
- Manage end-to-end product lifecycle: concept, sampling, pricing, launch, and phase-out.
- Maintain portfolio health and ensure margin and performance targets are met.
3. Business Performance & P&L
- Track revenue, margins, sell-through, and inventory.
- Optimize product mix, pricing, replenishment, and promotions using data insights.
- Work with demand planning to maintain accurate forecasts and inventory levels.
4. Marketing & GTM Collaboration
- Partner with marketing on launch plans, campaigns, and category storylines.
- Ensure product positioning and messaging support category goals.
- Support merchandising, influencer campaigns, and seasonal initiatives.
5. Cross-Functional Coordination
- Work closely with supply chain, packaging, operations, and finance for smooth execution.
- Resolve operational issues and ensure on-time product launches.
- Maintain clear communication across teams to drive category initiatives.
Requirements
36 years in category management, merchandising, or related roles.
- Experience in home dcor, lifestyle, or consumer goods preferred.
- Strong analytical and commercial skills; proficiency in Excel and dashboards.
- Excellent project management and communication abilities.
- MBA or equivalent in Marketing/Business (preferred).
Industry
- Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Employment Type
Ful
