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Job Purpose: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Category Manager to drive category growth, profitability, and business performance. The incumbent will be responsible for end-to-end category management, including P&L ownership, strategic planning, vendor management, and business expansion, while also supporting business continuity and retention initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Own and manage the complete Profit & Loss (P&L) for assigned product categories. Develop and execute category strategies to drive revenue growth and profitability. Analyze market trends, customer requirements, and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities. Manage vendor relationships, negotiations, pricing, and sourcing strategies. Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to ensure effective execution of business plans. Monitor category performance through regular reviews, MIS, and business analytics. Drive retention strategies and establish backup/succession plans for critical business functions. Ensure optimal inventory management and forecasting to support business objectives. Present business reviews and strategic recommendations to senior leadership. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (mandatory). MBA from a reputed institution preferred. Minimum 8 years of experience in Category Management, Product Management, or Business Management roles. Proven experience in managing P&L responsibilities for a product/category/business unit. Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills. Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Experience in B2B/Industrial/Electrical categories will be an added advantage. Key Competencies: Category & Business Management P&L Management Strategic Planning Vendor Management & Negotiation Business Analytics Cross-functional Collaboration Leadership & Team Management Excellent Communication & Presentation Skills Interested candidates can share their profile with Venulisa Luke Phone No. +919606941377 venulisa.luke@kaapimachines.com .
Most are in India and the US. Here's how to pick the right one for you.
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WorkMundi's database shows 74,689 open sales positions globally. India leads with 17,483 jobs, followed by the US with 13,876. If you're open to geography, you have real options — but the sheer number means you need a filter. Don't apply to everything. Pick a country, a company size, and a sales model that matches what you actually want to do.
Almost 8 in 10 of these ads have their text written in English. That's useful for reading the job description and understanding what you're signing up for. But it tells you nothing about whether the role requires you to speak English with customers, partners, or your team. Ask the hiring manager directly during your first conversation.
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Sales interviews almost always include a version of this: 'Tell me about a time you lost a deal. What did you learn?' Prepare a real story where you take ownership of what went wrong and what you'd do differently. Hiring managers want to see you learn, not just win.