Senior Category Manager - Electronics

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London, England
Senior level
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The Role
Manage consumer electronics product assortment, develop supplier relationships, execute sales strategies, and analyze market trends to optimize performance.
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JD.com (NASDAQ: JD; HKEX: 9618), also known as JINGDONG, has evolved from a pioneering e-commerce platform into a leading global technology and service provider with supply chain at its core. Renowned for its supply chain innovation and excellence, the company has expanded into sectors including retail, technology, logistics, healthcare, and more, aiming to transform traditional business models with cutting-edge digital solutions.


Learn more about us: https://corporate.jd.com/


We are seeking an ambitious and driven Senior Category Manager to manage our Consumer Electronics product assortment, providing the best selection of items for our UK consumers at the best price. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and managing supplier relationships to ensure we offer the best products to our customers. This role offers a unique opportunity to build and shape category strategies and contribute to the growth of a new and dynamic e-commerce business.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead purchasing and sales activity for the Electronics product category, including Audio & Wearables, Gaming and DIY PCs.
  • Business development with brands and suppliers, bringing the leading brands on board.
  • Analyse key metrics and identify sourcing gaps to derive strategies on how to improve supplier and category performance;
  • Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies, including pricing structures and promotional campaigns.
  • Identify and engage with potential partners, manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and cost efficiencies, validate fees, and ensure accurate data maintenance.
  • Curate and select category-specific products that align with consumer demand and usage scenarios.
  • Collaborate with international supply chain teams to secure necessary resources and support.
  • Analyse sales and procurement data to identify trends, propose improvements, and enhance gross profit margins.
  • Engage with regional and local teams to implement strategies proposed.


Qualifications:

  • Strong merchandising or buying experience within consumer electronics or related categories.
  • Deep understanding of consumers, with strong market insights and proven purchasing expertise.
  • Established supplier relationships within the household appliance network in the UK.
  • Exceptional analytical abilities, data sensitivity, and logical thinking.
  • Effective communicator with a passion for continuous learning.
  • Highly driven, innovative, team-oriented, and committed to aligning personal contributions with organisational goals.


What We Offer:

  • The exciting opportunity to shape category strategies and contribute to the growth of a new and dynamic e-commerce business.
  • A diverse, inclusive work environment, where you can make a significant impact on JD.com's regional presence.
  • A competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, pension, and performance bonuses.


JD.com is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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The Company
HQ: Beijing
28,380 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1998

What We Do

JD.com, Inc. (Nasdaq: JD) is China's largest retailer, online or offline, and the world's third largest Internet company by revenue.

With more than 300 million customers, JD.com is expanding quickly in China because consumers increasingly demand the authentic, high-quality products JD is known for. We work closely with both domestic brands and top international brands to bring fresh food, apparel, home appliances, baby products and more to Chinese consumers.

To power this massive business we operate our own nationwide logistics network, from warehouses to the last mile. We can deliver up to 90% of orders same- or next-day, making our service the fastest and most reliable delivery service of any large-scale e-commerce company in the world.

By investing in the most cutting edge technologies, JD.com is shaping the future of retail in China and beyond. Our scientists are working on innovative solutions for all parts of our business using big data, artificial intelligence, robotics, computer vision, virtual and augmented reality, unmanned vehicle systems, and more.

Headquartered in Beijing, JD.com is a Fortune Global 500 company with offices around the world, including in New York, Tokyo and a research and development center in Silicon Valley.

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