About Us
We are a passionate group of professionals dedicated to reimagining retail through customer-focused innovation. Our team thrives on diverse perspectives, collaborative problem-solving, and a commitment to continuous learning.
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The Role
This role is multi-faceted in nature, working cross-functionally with various teams including marketing, finance, supply chain, Amazon Ads, and external supplier partners. The Category Manager will be a passionate advocate for our customers and develop a category based on strong relationships with our supplier partners.
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Key Responsibilities
1. Drive Category Strategy: Own category performance, develop growth strategies, and make data-driven ranging decisions
2. Build Strategic Partnerships: Cultivate relationships with existing and potential supplier partners to create mutually beneficial opportunities
3. Analyze and Optimize: Leverage complex data analysis to identify trends, improve operational efficiency, and enhance customer experiences
4. Collaborate Across Functions: Work seamlessly with marketing, finance, supply chain, and advertising teams to achieve holistic business objectives
5. Develop Team Capabilities: Act as a subject matter expert, coach colleagues, and contribute to team knowledge development
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A Day in the Life
Your day will be dynamic and collaborative, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution. You'll engage with supplier partners, analyze complex data sets, and develop creative solutions that drive category performance. Expect to move between deep analytical work, collaborative planning sessions, and strategic relationship building.
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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
* 3+ years of experience with Excel
* 5+ years of retail, operations, product or program management, or business management/consulting with negotiations and delivering results experience
* Bachelor's degree, or 3+ years of professional or military experience
* Experience with financial analysis and P&L ownership
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Experience managing large data sets and utilizing to drive performance and process improvements
* Experience in vendor negotiations, pricing and promotion, inventory management, and product development
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About Us Again
We are a company that values diverse experiences: experience in similar roles is beneficial but not required; diverse backgrounds are valued, and candidates with transferable skills are encouraged to apply, even if not all preferred qualifications listed are met.
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IDE Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.