Category Manager, Amazon Now

Description
Were seeking a Category Manager to anchor the Core Consumables Selection and Pricing Strategy and spearhead our expansion into emerging Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) markets at Amazon. This role presents an extraordinary opportunity to architect and scale new verticals in consumables and beauty, while driving transformative growth in our seller ecosystem.
Core Responsibilities

• Seller Development & Market Expansion:
  

Pioneer and execute strategies to identify, onboard, and develop high-potential D2C brands in consumables and beauty verticals
Architect comprehensive roadmaps for new vertical launches, ensuring seamless integration with existing Amazon frameworks
Design and implement seller success programs that drive business growth and category excellence
Create innovative solutions to accelerate the growth of emerging D2C brands
Build and nurture strategic relationships with key sellers and industry stakeholders
Develop scalable frameworks for seller performance optimization and business development

• Strategic Leadership & Collaboration
  

Partner with cross-functional business leaders to gather critical insights and drive consensus
Lead collaborative decision-making processes for selection and pricing strategies
Present recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders
Champion seller success initiatives across the organization

• Collaborate with Business Leaders:
  

Work closely with every business leader across the organization to gather key inputs and insights.
Facilitate discussions and ensure alignment of priorities to make informed selections.

• Market Insights Analysis:
  

Continuously track market trends and competitor activities to understand market needs and opportunities.
Use data-driven insights to provide recommendations for strategy on selection & pricing.

• Ensure High-Quality Inputs:
  

Ensure the best-in-class inputs are utilized for selection processes.
Develop and maintain frameworks for gathering, validating, and incorporating input from various stakeholders.
Qualifications
Masters degree in business, product management, or a related field.
Proven experience in program management, especially in collaborative environments.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
Key job responsibilities
Setup the right frameworks for deciding the right Selection & Pricing Strategy
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to operationalize the Selection & Pricing strategy
Setup best in class Cataloguing practices to help consumers make the right choice
About The Team
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of with Excel experience
• 5+ years of retail, operations, product or program management, or business management/consulting with negotiations and delivering results experience
• Bachelors degree, or 3+ years of professional or military experience
• Experience with financial analysis and P&L ownership
  

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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Company - ASSPL - Karnataka
Job ID: A10432618