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Category Associate - FnVNinjacart - Pioneer. Challenge Yourself. Create Better Lives.Ninjacart is a pioneer in agritech. We believe in fostering a culture of innovation. We develop professionals who pioneer new ideas, simplify customer experiences, and impact the lives of millions. Our employees take complete ownership and truly belong.Ninjacart is India's leading agri-platform, which leverages technology and data to organize the agri-commerce ecosystem. Over the last 8 years, our made-for-India technology and India-centric solutions have disrupted the way fruits and vegetables move from farms to consumers' plates. We empower farmers and other players in the ecosystem in ways never done before.Ninjacart aims to be the digital network for global agri-commerce that solves structural problems such as information asymmetry, payment hassles, distribution inefficiency, and discovering new buyers and sellers with tech-first solutions.Ninjacart has raised over $350mn from Walmart Group, Tiger Global, Accel US, Accel India, Syngenta, and others. We are one of the top 25 startups to work for, according to Linkedin.We are a highly motivated, results driven community, who focus on proactive approaches to problem solving. We cherish entrepreneurial spirit and provide significant operating autonomy to senior leaders. There are ample opportunities and challenges to be solved at scale and in real-time.Read More:xe2x97x8f How Ninjacart has evolved in the last 8 years:xe2x97x8f Ninjacart Blog :https://www.ninjacart.in/blog/xe2x97x8f Nandan Nilekani on Ninjacart : https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ninja-cart_tech-pioneersatwork-ninjacart-activity-70 27281166617505792-pciWxe2x97x8f Building a great workplace - Ninjacart's top priority: https://www.ninjacart.in/blog/building-a-great-workplace-ninjacarts-top-priority/xe2x97x8f Ninjacart Culture CODE: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ninja-cart_ninja-code-our-values-activity-707682140254838 7840-KuL1Location: Hyderabad, TL StateAbout the TeamThe S&D vertical at Ninjacart is focused on the farm to retailer business of procuring from farmers and delivering to retailers - ensuring that farmers get paid the right price for their efforts and that retailers are able to get market quality produce delivered at their doorsteps. The last mile distribution is handled by our Distributor partners based out of our Micro Distribution Centres.As a part of the team, you will be in charge of managing the entire value chain for the assigned category you will manage. For this, you will need to work with the Sourcing team to determine the product specifications and ensure we are buying the right quality produce from the right source. You will also need to work closely with the sales team to drive Tonnage, Customer Retention and other key growth initiatives. You will be responsible for estimating the customer demand and taking run-time calls on discounts and stock liquidation. You will work closely with an Assistant Category Manager to determine the selling price and manage the Gross Margins for your category.Responsibilities:Demand prediction based on historical trendsRuntime calls on discounts to increase sales and reduce the recovery lossPenetration and tonnage growth of SKUs within your categoryCoordinate with Tech/Product for any runtime issues in operationsTrack metrics, prepare and publish reports to senior managementA Ninja is resilient, smart, and ambitious. Sounds like you? Here's what you will need to have to join the Ninja ClanGraduate in engineering is mandatory0 - 2 years of experience in operations in e-commerce & category managementGood in analytical skills, proficient in Microsoft excel /google sheetShould be able to work in rotational shiftAdditional InformationAt Ninjacart, we are creating a workplace that enables everyone to find their true potential, purpose, and passion irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion and ethnicity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all and believe that diversity in the workplace creates a more vibrant, richer work environment that advances the goals of our employees, communities and the business. Check out what looks like !!

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