Category Manager develops the overall strategy for a product category and researches new product options in the category to drive sales and achieve targets. Leads a team that provides category insights and proposals by analyzing marketing and customer data and monitoring relevant market conditions. Being a Category Manager works closely with sales team to determine optimal pricing through analysis of sales trends, competitors, buying habits and planograms of products to promote sales opportunities. Provides effective promotional materials. Additionally, Category Manager may develop special arrangements with vendors to enhance product promotions. Requires a bachelor's degree of marketing. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Category Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Category Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Category Manager is strategically responsible for a defined business segment, with a large portfolio of sellers and categories of strategic importance, within a Supercluster. The goal of the Category Manager is to increase the sales and profitability of the categories Classic Cars and Motorcycles ( Automotive) by driving sustainable growth that fits within Catawiki's value proposition. The Category Manager develops and implements long and short-term organisational strategies and ensures strong communication and coordination between staff.
The Category Manager closely manages a team of experts and designs budget and headcount decisions. He/she creates and develops strong relationships, both internal and external with sellers and buyers; driving excellence in our client experience. The Category Manager/ Director is a member of the Supercluster Management Team, reporting to the Vice President.