Head of Category Management
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SupplyHouse.comE-commerce
Arizona, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Washington., ESTFull-TimeManager
Salary105000 - 130000 USD per year
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Job Details
- Experience
- A minimum of 8 years
- Required Skills
- Microsoft Excel
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Merchandising, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
- A minimum of 8 years of experience in Merchandising and product development
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed recommendations
- Advanced experience in Microsoft Excel and retail systems
- Experience leading remote team members
- Demonstrated success leading teams and driving strategic, financial, and operational outcomes
- Strong executive presence, communication skills, and strategic thinking
- Strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills
- Critical and creative thinking skills in dealing with an everchanging environment
- Statistical analysis and data manipulation skills
- Proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines while remaining flexible in a high growth environment
- Proven ability to lead strategy, influence stakeholders, and drive financial results
- Ability to work well both independently and in a team setting
Responsibilities
- Develop and own the long‑term category vision, ensuring alignment with company strategy and financial objectives
- Identify enterprise‑level opportunities for growth, innovation, and competitive advantage
- Establish category frameworks, processes, and best practices for the organization
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing category management team
- Set performance expectations, provide coaching, and support career development
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and strategic thinking
- Oversee category strategies across multiple product areas, ensuring consistency and strategic alignment
- Approve major assortment decisions, vendor partnerships, and product launches
- Drive cross‑category initiatives that improve customer experience and financial performance
- Lead strategic vendor negotiations, joint business planning, and long‑term partnership development
- Build relationships with key suppliers, industry partners, and executive‑level stakeholders
- Own category financial performance, including revenue, margin, and profitability targets
- Oversee category forecasting, financial modeling, and long‑range planning
- Monitor market trends and competitive dynamics to inform strategic decisions
- Partner with senior leaders across Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations to drive enterprise initiatives
- Present category strategies, business cases, and performance updates to executive leadership
- Influence organizational priorities through data‑driven insights and strategic recommendations
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