Online Category Specialist

CVPLUS Search & Selection - Online Category Specialist

We are seeking a “Online Category Specialist” for our corporate client who is the leader of retail sector.

• Analyze online and offline DIY shopper behaviors to develop market and retail strategies,
• Increase drop shipping companies and extented range SKUs numbers,
• Sales data oversight, analysis and communication. Track and report on key sales metrics,
• Online category analysis and reporting,
• Present online category insights to internal team,
• Coordinate development, tracking and analysis of sales forecast and production planning with Supply Chain and Finance,
• Work with digital marketing and content teams on promotional planning and analysis,
• Support new SKU launches and life cycle analysis,
• Develop a competitive merchandise assortment plan that is costumer focused,
• Analyze sales reports and economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns and effectively forecast company sales and inventory levels,
• Project sales and inventory of seasonal products based on sales history and forecasted growth,
• Maintain budgeted profit margins and open-to buys,
• Build strong product assortment by continually sourcing the market for new trends and attending trade shows and conferences,
• Negotiate best pricing, discount terms and freight agreements with vendors,
• Evaluate vendors for quality, pricing, delivery record and return on investment,
• Work with E-commerce team to ensure all available products are on the website and merchandised properly.

• Bachelor's degree,
• Min 3 years of experience in Online Category Management,
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills,
• Strong ability in Microsoft Excel and ERP application skills,
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills,
• Strong project management skills.