Wayfair
Senior Category Associate
Wayfair, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
This is a hybrid role based out of our Boston, MA office (Monday - Thursday onsite, Friday remote each week)
We’re seeking a highly analytical, passionate, self-motivated individual to join our Category Management team.
In this role, you will be dedicated to delivering a superb customer experience by making excellent assortment decisions informed by our wealth of browsing and purchasing data. You will be responsible for growing sales while improving profitability, as well as identifying new business opportunities, developing internal and external relationships, and negotiating with key suppliers. Other areas of focus could include expanding the assortment and developing a competitive strategy for the market. You will work closely with a Category Manager to set and execute the strategy for a product category, develop supplier relationships, drive process improvement, and negotiate pricing and inventory.
Who We Are
The Category Management team offers a unique opportunity to drive strategy for Wayfair’s largest product categories through tight internal and external partnership. We serve as ambassadors of the product categories we manage. We are at the forefront as Wayfair redefines the supplier experience as a platform, giving suppliers more data, more transparency, and more control while retaining the high-touch elements that make working with Wayfair exceptional. Internally, we leverage a diverse set of cross-functional partners to execute our strategic vision. In a role on the Category Management team, you will be expected to define overarching goals and strategy within your category, problem-solve, articulate and execute against tactical plans, and manage key business metrics.
What You’ll Do
Develop and enhance strategic category plans to achieve revenue and profitability goals
Analyze event and category performance to gain actionable insights and pivot business accordingly
Conduct competitive and product category analysis to evaluate market trends
Drive relationships and collaboration with cross-functional teams to identify and fill assortment opportunities
Negotiate for favorable terms with suppliers (selection, price and quantity)
Establish relationships with brands, partnering effectively to achieve mutual business goals
Collaborate with many cross-functional partners (Pricing, Promotions, Operations, Merchandising and many more!)
What You’ll Need
2+ years of experience within an e-commerce or corporate retail organization, preferred
A strong interest in building a career in buying, merchandising and/or supplier relationship management
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects at once (you don’t miss the details)
Analytical thinker who looks for (and finds) answers in the data
Ability to “hit the ground running” – a self-starter capable of achieving specific target goals
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Google Suite, preferred
Passion for driving growth with an ability to think outside of existing limitations
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a cross-functional team
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We’re seeking a highly analytical, passionate, self-motivated individual to join our Category Management team.
In this role, you will be dedicated to delivering a superb customer experience by making excellent assortment decisions informed by our wealth of browsing and purchasing data. You will be responsible for growing sales while improving profitability, as well as identifying new business opportunities, developing internal and external relationships, and negotiating with key suppliers. Other areas of focus could include expanding the assortment and developing a competitive strategy for the market. You will work closely with a Category Manager to set and execute the strategy for a product category, develop supplier relationships, drive process improvement, and negotiate pricing and inventory.
Who We Are
The Category Management team offers a unique opportunity to drive strategy for Wayfair’s largest product categories through tight internal and external partnership. We serve as ambassadors of the product categories we manage. We are at the forefront as Wayfair redefines the supplier experience as a platform, giving suppliers more data, more transparency, and more control while retaining the high-touch elements that make working with Wayfair exceptional. Internally, we leverage a diverse set of cross-functional partners to execute our strategic vision. In a role on the Category Management team, you will be expected to define overarching goals and strategy within your category, problem-solve, articulate and execute against tactical plans, and manage key business metrics.
What You’ll Do
Develop and enhance strategic category plans to achieve revenue and profitability goals
Analyze event and category performance to gain actionable insights and pivot business accordingly
Conduct competitive and product category analysis to evaluate market trends
Drive relationships and collaboration with cross-functional teams to identify and fill assortment opportunities
Negotiate for favorable terms with suppliers (selection, price and quantity)
Establish relationships with brands, partnering effectively to achieve mutual business goals
Collaborate with many cross-functional partners (Pricing, Promotions, Operations, Merchandising and many more!)
What You’ll Need
2+ years of experience within an e-commerce or corporate retail organization, preferred
A strong interest in building a career in buying, merchandising and/or supplier relationship management
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects at once (you don’t miss the details)
Analytical thinker who looks for (and finds) answers in the data
Ability to “hit the ground running” – a self-starter capable of achieving specific target goals
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Google Suite, preferred
Passion for driving growth with an ability to think outside of existing limitations
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a cross-functional team
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