Lead, Category Management (Groceries & Non-Food)

About the role

foodpanda, the largest food and grocery delivery platform in Asia outside China, is looking for a Lead, Category Management (Groceries & Non-Food) based in Singapore. The role reports to the Head, Commercial in the Q-commerce team and oversees the strategic planning, development and execution of product categories within the foodpanda groceries business, with the aim of scaling the Singapore pandamart business.

Key responsibilities

• Act as P&L owner across Groceries and Non-Food categories, understanding the internal and external factors affecting the business
• Own the team's OKRs, including top-line, margins, NMR and shrinkage
• Develop and run category strategy, pricing, promotions, range, availability and cost prices to grow sales and margin
• Source and build a supplier base to negotiate better terms, secure supplier advertising spend and ensure a reliable flow of goods
• Use data-driven decisions to forecast demand with marketing and supply chain, and manage inventory levels and wastage with supply chain
• Run regular business reviews and joint business plans with key suppliers, and work cross-functionally with Product, Supply Chain, Sales Operations and Marketing
• Analyse best and worst practices in categories and lead the team, developing people skills and career paths

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree
• At least 8 years of experience in merchandising, buying, category management, business management or consulting with a proven track record
• Leadership experience managing or coordinating small teams with a focus on employee development
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills, and ability to work autonomously in a demanding, ambiguous environment
• Fluent English and strong communication skills

Required skills

• Ability to interpret data and give strategic recommendations
• Knowledge of e-commerce is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is preferred; efficiency with Google Workspace is a plus