Assistant Category Manager

2 weeks ago

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia GMG Full time

**Who we are**:
GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

**About the role**:
The **Assistant Category Manager** **(Marketplace)** will be responsible for managing brand accounts across e-commerce marketplaces, with a focus on driving sales, analyzing performance metrics, and implementing strategies to improve business outcomes and online visibility.

**Reporting to the Director - ECommerce, you will be responsible for**:
**Key Responsibilities**:
**Sales and Target Management**
- Achieve sales and Gross Product Value (GPV) targets for each brand across marketplaces and countries
- Monitor sales performance regularly and implement strategies to drive growth

**Pricing and Promotion Execution**
- Plan and execute pricing strategies and promotional activities during both business-as-usual (BAU) periods and major campaigns
- Collaborate with internal teams and marketplaces to optimize promotional effectiveness

**Inventory Management**
- Ensure accurate stock planning and availability across all marketplaces to meet sales targets
- Coordinate with supply chain teams to prevent stockouts or overstock situations

**Performance Reporting and Analysis**
- Generate and analyze performance reports to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities
- Develop actionable insights to enhance sales and marketplace effectiveness

**Store and Brand Representation**
- Maintain brand consistency and visibility across marketplace storefronts
- Ensure strategic product placement and accurate listing of key products

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Retail, or related fields
- 5-8 years of experience in e-commerce marketplace operations, preferably with platforms such as Shopee, Lazada, or enablers like ADA, GTech, etc.
- Hands-on experience with marketplace platforms and Seller Centre tools
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for reporting and presentation purposes
- **Knowledge of SAP and Vinculum systems is a strong advantage**:

- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken and Mandarin, will be an added advantage

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