Category Manager

This Category Manager Position Features: Responsibilities •Analyze data or insights to determine industry and consumer trends •Devise long-term development strategies for product categories •Develop exit strategies for unsuccessful products •Foster trust relationships with vendors to achieve better pricing and quality of services •Place appropriate orders to ensure product availability that meets consumer demands •Determine the positioning of a product category to maximize visibility •Liaise with marketing teams to determine competitive pricing and promotional activities of a product category •Collaborate with buyers and merchandisers to expand product categories •Make forecasts for product demand to ensure the sustainability of inventory •Assume responsibility of budget development and revenue for category Requirements •Proven experience as category manager or similar role •Solid knowledge of category management, marketing and sales principles •Understanding of data analysis and forecasting methods •Proficient in MS Office •An analytical mind with a strategic ability •Excellent communication and people skills •BSc/BA in business administration, marketing or related field •Great Pay to $50K We are an equal employment opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age (40 and over), gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected classification under federal and state law. , ,