Category Manager - Quick Commerce

We are looking for a dynamic Category Manager - Quick Commerce to drive growth across leading Q-commerce platforms such as Blinkit, Zepto, Instamart, and Big Basket Now. The role requires a strong understanding of assortment planning, pricing, promotions, and platform relationships to ensure brand visibility and profitability across channels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and drive P&L for the Quick Commerce business segment.
• Develop and execute category strategies to achieve sales, margin, and growth targets.
• Manage relationships with platform category and account teams to maximize visibility and ensure timely execution of campaigns.
• Analyze data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities - driving informed decision-making on assortment, pricing, and inventory.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations to deliver seamless customer experience and business efficiency.
• Monitor competition and consumer insights to inform new product listings and promotional strategy.
• Plan and track trade spends and ensure ROI optimization across platforms.

Requirements:

• 4-8 years of experience in Category Management, E-commerce, or Key Account Management within FMCG, D2C, or Quick Commerce setups.
• Strong analytical mindset and data-driven decision-making ability.
• Excellent relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and comfort with data/reporting dashboards.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.