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category Lead - edible oil

5 years

10 - 15 Lacs

bengaluru karnataka india

Posted:3 days ago| Platform: Linkedin logo

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Skills Required

drive engagement pricing strategy procurement optimization efficiency research analysis support planning benchmarking management reports documentation sourcing inventory data reporting analyze negotiation metrics communication leadership

Work Mode

On-site

Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 1000000 - Rs 1500000 (ie INR 10-15 LPA)

Min Experience: 5 yearsLocation: BengaluruJobType: full-timeWe are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic

Category Lead - Oil

to drive category growth, profitability, and operational excellence. The role involves managing end-to-end category operations, including revenue ownership, supplier engagement, pricing strategy, and procurement optimization. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of category plans, enhance supplier relationships, and identify opportunities for cost efficiency and value creation.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive revenue and margin ownership for the assigned category or sub-category
  • Conduct detailed market research and supplier analysis to support category strategy
  • Collaborate with demand and planning teams to align value propositions with customer needs
  • Independently manage specific sub-categories or regions, ensuring strong performance outcomes
  • Lead price benchmarking, negotiations, and supplier contract management to achieve cost targets
  • Maintain procurement dashboards, reports, and documentation accuracy
  • Coordinate with regional buyers to align demand forecasts with supply and delivery schedules
  • Track and ensure timely purchase order (PO) and contract execution
  • Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings, quality improvements, and sourcing diversification
  • Work with planning teams to develop and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts
  • Monitor category KPIs such as revenue growth, margins, inventory turns, and data reporting accuracy

What Makes You a Great Fit

  • Strong expertise in category management and procurement strategy
  • Proven ability to analyze market trends and translate insights into actionable plans
  • Experience in supplier negotiation, contract management, and stakeholder collaboration
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach
  • Ability to own business metrics like revenue, margin, and inventory efficiency
  • Strong communication and leadership skills to manage cross-functional coordination
  • Proactive mindset with a focus on process improvement and operational excellence
  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and reporting discipline
  • Capability to thrive in a dynamic, results-driven environment with multiple priorities

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