Manager Category & Growth

Manager – E-commerce Category Strategy & Growth | Mumbai

About the Role

If you have a proven track record working with top e-commerce/q-commerce platforms and thrive on solving complex growth challenges, this is your opportunity to own a major revenue stream and drive measurable business impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Growth Ownership:

  Own the growth strategy for your assigned categories, focusing on user acquisition, retention, and engagement.

• Sell-Side Strategy:

  Develop and execute comprehensive category plans, manage supplier/vendor relationships, and negotiate terms to optimize platform inventory and category health.

• Program Leadership:

  Lead large-scale initiatives from concept to completion, tracking milestones, resolving operational bottlenecks, and ensuring timely target delivery.

• Data-Driven Performance:

  Monitor category and SKU health, track sales trends, and minimize inventory waste through optimized demand forecasting.

• Analysis & Insight:

  Conduct structured market research and competitor analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  Act as a strategic bridge between Marketing, Product, and Operations to translate category vision into actionable execution.

What You Bring

• Experience:

  4+ years in Category Management or Growth Management, with hands-on sell-side experience (managing brands/vendors on a platform).

• E-commerce Expertise:

  Strong practical experience in app growth, user acquisition, and implementing data-driven growth strategies in a fast-paced environment.

• Analytical Skills:

  Proficiency in data analysis and using insights to make informed strategic decisions.

• Education:

  Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with growth marketing tools and analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, Mixpanel).

Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and passion for understanding consumer behavior.

Apply now to join DTDC and take ownership of driving category growth and revenue impact!