Senior Category Manager

Company Description

Homzmart is an e-Commerce platform that sells home furniture, home décor, lighting and home supplies through a visualized community.

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a strategic and commercially driven Senior Category Manager to lead one or more key product categories at Homzmart. This role is responsible for developing and executing end-to-end category strategies that drive growth, profitability, and a superior customer experience.

The Senior Category Manager will oversee category performance, manage vendor relationships, optimize assortment and pricing, and lead cross-functional initiatives with marketing, operations, and supply chain teams. This is a high-impact role suited for someone with strong business acumen, negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of consumer behavior in the e-commerce or retail space.

Responsibilities:

• Own and lead the commercial strategy and performance of assigned product categories.
• Develop short- and long-term plans for assortment, pricing, and promotions based on data, trends, and business goals.
• Collaborate with marketing on category campaigns, product launches, and seasonal strategies.
• Coordinate with operations and supply chain to ensure proper stock availability and logistics efficiency.
• Identify growth opportunities through new product sourcing, market trends, and customer insights.
• Lead and mentor junior category managers or category specialists within the team.
• Prepare detailed category performance reports and present insights and action plans to senior leadership.
• Ensure category presentation and user experience are optimized on the platform.
• Manage and expand relationships with suppliers, brands, and manufacturers to improve product offering, pricing, and margins.
• Monitor and analyze category KPIs, including GMV, conversion rate, margin, inventory turnover, and return rate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field. MBA is a plus.
• 5–7 years of experience in category management, merchandising, or buying, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role — preferably in e-commerce or retail.
• Proven track record in managing end-to-end category strategy and delivering commercial results.
• Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, and data tools (e.g., Power BI).
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience in the furniture or home goods sector is a strong advantage.
• Results-oriented mindset with a passion for delivering value to customers.