Live Category Manager - Sneakers
eBaySalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, GroceryIndustries
Requirements
- College Certificate
- Ability to design, develop, and execute strategies for complex categories
- Proficiency in merchandise profit and loss management, including short-term and long-term planning, forecasting, sales, markdowns, coop collection, market share growth, gross profit, inventory targets/budgets, and pricing
- Skills in using and reviewing multiple data sources for category strategies, item level assortment analysis, and needs analysis
- Experience in vendor optimization, SKU optimization, price ladders, private label/brand strategy, and development
- Capability to visit stores to build category strategy and price ladders
- Expertise in initiating, negotiating, and managing vendor agreements, costs, allowances/terms, quality, and delivery
- Ability to develop and maintain vendor relationships, including domestic and overseas vendors
- Knowledge of category marketing, including tab space planning, item level planning, selection, placement forecasting, execution, accuracy proofing, and exit strategies
- Proficiency in new item and promotional forecasts, item deletes, markdowns/markups/price adjustments, and exit strategies
- Experience preparing and leading line reviews, delivering store-ready modulars and seasonal sets on time
- Skills in promotional planning, modular walkthroughs, and store communication for execution
- Leadership abilities in associate engagement, development, coaching, mentoring, and succession planning for Category Team Analysts, Associate Merchants, Category Advisors, and other merchants
- Demonstrated respect for individuals, building high-performing teams, embracing diversity, fostering belonging, driving positive experiences, talent development, relationship building, collaboration, and effective communication
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and execute strategies for complex categories to achieve profit and loss deliverables and meet customer needs
- Manage all aspects of merchandise profit and loss, including forecasts, sales, markdowns, coop collection, market share growth, gross profit, inventory targets/budgets, and pricing
- Communicate and report results to cross-functional partners, review post-buy financial analysis, and identify records for review
- Develop category strategies aligned with merchant framework and portfolio strategies using multiple data sources
- Conduct item level assortment analysis, make assortment decisions, and perform needs analysis for priority sub-categories
- Optimize vendors and SKUs, develop price ladders, private label/brand strategies
- Visit stores to build category strategy and price ladders for priority sub-categories
- Proactively communicate strategies to leadership and cross-functional teams
- Initiate, negotiate, and manage vendor agreements, costs, allowances/terms, quality, and delivery to drive supplier performance
- Develop and maintain vendor relationships (domestic and overseas)
- Handle all aspects of category marketing: tab space planning based on historical analysis, item level planning, selection, placement forecasting, execution, accuracy proofing, and exit strategies for residue
- Manage new item and promotional forecasts, identify item deletes, manage and communicate markdowns/markups/price adjustments, and develop exit strategies
- Prepare and lead line reviews, deliver store-ready modulars and seasonal sets on time
- Complete promotional planning activities, conduct modular walkthroughs with senior management, and create store communication for flawless execution
- Engage, develop associates, ensure development and succession plans, provide coaching and direction to Category Team Analysts, Associate Merchants, Category Advisors, and mentor other merchants
- Demonstrate leadership expectations: respect individuals, build high-performing teams, embrace diversity, foster belonging, drive positive experiences, develop talent, build relationships, collaborate cross-functionally, and communicate effectively
Skills
P&L Management
Category Strategy
Vendor Negotiation
Assortment Planning
Pricing Strategy
Inventory Management
Financial Forecasting
Market Analysis
SKU Optimization
Private Label Development
Supplier Performance
Marketing Planning
Walmart
Global retail chain offering affordable products
About Walmart
Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.
Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans
Risks
Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.
Differentiation
Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.
Upsides
Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.
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