Category Manager-Bangkok
atLazada (Thailand) Co., Ltd.Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Assortment Strategy Development
Develop and execute data-driven assortment strategies aligned with market trends, customer preferences, and sales/financial objectives to optimize category performance.
Data Analysis and Forecasting
Analyze sales data, inventory levels, and market trends to predict future demand and refine product selection. Use insights to drive strategic decisions and improve sales performance.
Inventory Management
Manage inventory levels to minimize excess stock, ensure product availability, and optimize open-to-buy (OTB) planning.
Collaboration and Communication
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (merchandising, buying and finance) to ensure alignment and seamless communication.
Job Requirements
- At minimum, a Bachelor's Degree; specializing in Marketing or Business Management related fields.
- 5+ years of working experience in any of the respective industry (Electronics, Fashion, FMCG, Home Living etc.) in category assortment development
- Highly analytical with strong business acumen. Can leverage data analysis tools and techniques (e.g., Excel, SQL, BI platforms) to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights. SQL skills would be an advantage.
- Problem-solving and decision-making. Proactively identify and resolve issues in assortment and sales planning, making data-driven decisions to enhance performance and profitability.
- Strong communication skills in English (both verbal and written). Mandarin speaking is a plus to facilitate collaboration with Chinese-speaking counterparts.
Experience required
- any or no experience
Salary
- Negotiable
Job function
- Management
Job type
- Full-time
Company overview
Lazada (Thailand) Co., Ltd. is one of the largest e-commerce platforms in Southeast Asia, part of the Lazada Group, which has a prominent presence across multiple countries. In Thailand, we provide an innovative online shopping experience, connecting buyers and sellers through a ...
Why join us: Joining Lazada Thailand offers an exciting opportunity to be a part of a rapidly growing company in the e-commerce sector. At Lazada, we value diversity, innovation, and creativity, offering an environment where employees are encouraged to think big, collaborate, and push the bou ...
Benefits
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Professional development
- Provident fund
- Flexible working hours
- Five-day work week
- Job training