Full-Time

Senior Category Manager

Appliances

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JD.com Inc

JD.com Inc

10,001+ employees

China's largest online retailer and technology services

No salary listed

Senior

London, UK

Category
Retail
Retail Sales
Merchandising
Retail Store Management
Required Skills
Supply Chain Management
Inventory Management
Requirements
  • Strong merchandising or buying experience within small/large electrical appliances or related categories.
  • Deep understanding of consumers, with strong market insights and proven purchasing expertise.
  • Established supplier relationships within the household appliance network in the UK.
  • Exceptional analytical abilities, data sensitivity, and logical thinking.
  • Effective communicator with a passion for continuous learning.
  • Highly driven, innovative, team-oriented, and committed to aligning personal contributions with organisational goals.
Responsibilities
  • Lead purchasing and sales activity for the Appliance product category, including small/large electrical appliances.
  • Business development with brands and suppliers, bringing the leading brands on board.
  • Analyse key metrics and identify sourcing gaps to derive strategies on how to improve supplier and category performance;
  • Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies, including pricing structures and promotional campaigns.
  • Identify and engage with potential partners, manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and cost efficiencies, validate fees, and ensure accurate data maintenance.
  • Curate and select category-specific products that align with consumer demand and usage scenarios.
  • Collaborate with international supply chain teams to secure necessary resources and support.
  • Analyse sales and procurement data to identify trends, propose improvements, and enhance gross profit margins.
  • Engage with regional and local teams to implement strategies proposed.

JD.com is China's largest online retailer, offering a wide range of products from fresh food to electronics, with a nationwide fulfillment network enabling same- and next-day delivery. The company is transitioning to a technology and service enterprise, leveraging cutting-edge technology and infrastructure to serve nearly 600 million customers and promote innovation across various industries.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$7.9B

Headquarters

Chaoyang, China

Founded

1998

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%