Marketplace Category Manager

ZALORA is searching for a self-starter, organised and motivated Category Manager to join its regional commercial department in Kuala Lumpur (MY). With high internal growth potential, the right fit for the role is someone capable to run to the end of the world to achieve his/her goals. This is a unique, exciting opportunity to influence minds and make an impact at ZALORA in order to deliver our growth ambition in one of the fastest growing categories of the company. 
 

Job Description:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets
• Monitor and analyze sales performance to identify opportunities for improvement for the category
• Conduct frequent brand review meetings either on a monthly, quarterly or seasonal basis
• Completes and supports all facets of contract negotiations with new potential brands/ suppliers
• Continuously analyse the internal and external environment to ensure that the Category under management remains highly competitive in relation to the market
• Retain and optimise key account relationships to drive the overall performance of the Category
• Identify, establish and grow other local strategic partnerships
• Hire, train and/or manage a team of Key Account Managers to help grow and manage your portfolio of merchants

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in any field, with at least 4/5 years of working experience in relevant field
• Prior working experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business development, and e-commerce is a plus
• Experienced in management and leadership roles. Passionate in coaching, mentoring and team management
• Highly analytical and able to generate meaningful and actionable analysis; Strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Possess strong business acumen and commercial savviness
• Willingness to work in a multicultural environment
• Advance working knowledge of Excel, Looker is preferred

Wonder how it's like to build your career with ZALORA? Inspired by employees, we believe you'll be in for:

• An exciting platform to make your success story
• Have the utmost care for your mental and physical wellbeing
• Flexibility weaved into your lifestyle
• A seamless work environment with a friendly & team-fueled culture
• Career growth aligned to your professional and personal needs and goals

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The ZALORA Story
ZALORA is Asia’s leading online fashion, beauty and lifestyle destination, part of Global Fashion Group. As one of the region’s pioneer large scale ecommerce platforms, ZALORA has established a strong presence throughout the region, particularly in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei, the Philippines, Hong Kong, and in Taiwan, enjoying over 50 million visits per month.

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