Category Manager-Interior Products

Company Description

E3 Group, established in 1990, has grown into one of India's leading manufacturers of interior and exterior surface solutions. With state-of-the-art technology and a commitment to excellence, we deliver durable and cost-effective products that enhance spaces and add value to lives. Our extensive network spans across 6,000+ dealers, distributors, and retailers, ensuring our presence in almost every major city in India. Our product portfolio includes a wide range of interior and exterior products, guided by the principle of reducing dependency on imports and manufacturing premium products made in India for both domestic and global markets.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Category Manager-Interior Products, located in Okhla. The Category Manager will be responsible for managing the interior product category, conducting market analysis, negotiating contracts, and overseeing procurement and sales strategies. The role requires daily interaction with suppliers, ensuring product quality, and developing strategies to enhance the product range and increase market share.

𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫 – 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬

Okhla Phase-2

𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨: 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐲

The Category Manager – Interior Products will be responsible for spearheading product development initiatives by identifying market opportunities, conducting research, defining product specifications, planning launches, and developing integrated marketing and sales strategies. The role entails ownership of category growth, competitive positioning, pricing strategy, and ensuring profitability across assigned product lines.

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬

➤ Conduct market research to understand customer needs, preferences, and competitive landscape.

➤ Recommend product scope and direction by reviewing specifications, requirements, and new product concepts.

➤ Evaluate competition by comparing the company’s products with competitors’ offerings.

➤ Define product marketing communication objectives and provide data-driven insights for brand positioning.

➤ Collaborate with Sales Director to design and execute category-specific sales strategies.

➤ Engage with customers alongside the sales team to analyze performance and market demand.

➤ Prepare short-term and long-term sales forecasts, reports, and analysis for management.

➤ Monitor inventory levels and production schedules to optimize turnover and ensure product availability.

➤ Lead product introductions by defining requirements, conducting ROI analysis, and coordinating with engineering and manufacturing teams.

➤ Develop and implement time-integrated launch plans with sales, advertising, and production.

➤ Formulate competitive pricing strategies using market data, cost analysis, and sales volume projections.

➤ Manage operational requirements including scheduling, task allocation, and performance follow-ups.

➤ Contribute to organizational growth by achieving category objectives and supporting cross-functional initiatives.

𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

➤ MBA (specialization in Marketing / Operations / Strategy preferred).

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

➤ 6 to 8 years of relevant experience in the Building Material or Consumer Durable Industry.

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬

➤ Strong ability to conceptualize and implement product strategies and marketing programs.

➤ Analytical skills to interpret market insights, sales data, and competitive intelligence.

➤ Effective communication and collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and sales teams.

➤ Proven record in stakeholder management across organizational levels.

➤ Expertise in product pricing, digital marketing, customer service, negotiations, and sales goal setting.

➤ Skilled in product release activities (testing, documentation, demos, and launches).

➤ Innovative mindset with strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to dynamic market environments.

➤ Ability to develop ROI-driven strategies for product placement and category growth.

𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬

➤ Self-starter with a high level of energy, drive, and ownership.

➤ Fast learner with adaptability to evolving industry trends.

➤ Strong presentation and interpersonal skills with a customer-centric approach.

➤ Strategic thinker with the ability to balance innovation and execution.

Email ID: hr.ebt@e3group.co.in