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Description We expect the Category Manager to be a passionate customer and category advocate within Amazon, with proven analytical capabilities and project management skills, extreme attention to detail, and the ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task. The Category Manager must be an effective negotiator, leader and communicator in working with some of Amazon’s most important partners and vendors, as well as with internal cross-functional teams. He /she is expected to drive projects of high complexity and operates with significant autonomy and discretion while influencing other external teams. Responsibilities The successful Category Manager must be able to: Act as the ‘business owner’ for his or her categories, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact our business Have a thorough understanding of the industry, trends/events, and continually monitor competitor/industry developments Strong focus on customer needs, both existing and potential, and use that knowledge to deliver a customer experience that is unparalleled Identify new opportunities, develop and execute project plans, Coordinate cross-functional teams, and communicate with internal and external parties, while meeting tight deadlines Conduct financial analysis of business opportunities to meet goals Basic Qualifications An understanding of and passion for e-commerce. Experience in Business, buying, Selling or finance Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proven negotiation skills, influencing abilities Strong numerical and analytical aptitude Proven experience leading cross-functional projects Ability to think and react in a high-energy, fast-paced environment Good organizational skills including prioritizing, scheduling, time management, and meeting deadlines Detail-oriented Technical aptitude and agility to learn web-based tools Smart, enthusiastic, hard-working, and creative. Innovative, team oriented, and have a desire to participate in change and appreciate a dynamic environment with rapidly changing priorities. Experience in project ownership and using customer data to identify and prioritize opportunities. Preferred Qualifications An understanding of and passion for e-commerce. Experience in Business, buying, Selling or finance Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proven negotiation skills, influencing abilities Strong numerical and analytical aptitude Proven experience leading cross-functional projects Ability to think and react in a high-energy, fast-paced environment Good organizational skills including prioritizing, scheduling, time management, and meeting deadlines Detail-oriented Technical aptitude and agility to learn web-based tools Smart, enthusiastic, hard-working, and creative. Innovative, team oriented, and have a desire to participate in change and appreciate a dynamic environment with rapidly changing priorities. Experience in project ownership and using customer data to identify and prioritize opportunities. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Company - ASSPL - Karnataka Job ID: A2964451 Show more Show less
