Head of Category Management

Based in the United StatesFull-TimeManager
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Experience
8+ years of experience in merchandising, category management, or related fields
Required Skills
LeadershipData AnalysisMicrosoft Excel

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in merchandising, category management, or related fields
  • 3+ years of experience leading and managing remote or distributed teams
  • Strong background in building and executing category strategies at scale
  • Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and retail or e-commerce data systems
  • Strong financial acumen with experience in forecasting, modeling, and performance tracking
  • Excellent communication and executive presence with ability to influence senior stakeholders
  • Proven ability to manage complex, fast-changing environments and competing priorities
  • Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring and developing high-performing teams
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

  • Define and own the long-term category vision aligned with business strategy and financial goals
  • Identify and drive enterprise-level growth, innovation, and competitive advantage opportunities
  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing category management team
  • Establish category frameworks, processes, and best practices across the organization
  • Oversee category strategy execution across multiple product lines for consistency and alignment
  • Approve key assortment decisions, vendor partnerships, and product launches
  • Lead vendor negotiations and long-term supplier relationship management
  • Own category financial performance including revenue, margin, forecasting, and profitability
  • Partner with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives
  • Present insights, business cases, and performance updates to senior stakeholders
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