Role Overview
The Assistant Category Manager – Beverages will support the Category Manager in driving growth, profitability and execution excellence across the Beverages portfolio. The role will work closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, Marketing, Sales, Finance, Quality and Product Development teams to ensure strong category performance across channels including Q-commerce, Modern Trade, E-commerce, D2 C and Exports.
Key Responsibilities
Category Performance & Business Analytics
Demand Planning & Inventory Management
Current Product Development & Launch Support
Pricing, Promotions & Commercial Analysis
Marketplace & Channel Execution
Consumer & Market Insight
Cross-Functional Coordination
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce, Economics, Food Technology or related fields. MBA preferred but not mandatory
2–3 years of experience in Category Management / Business Analytics / FMCG / Consumer Brands / E-commerce / Retail Buying/Merchandising / Commercial Excellence
Understanding of FMCG business metrics
Knowledge of pricing, margins, promotions and inventory management
Ability to analyze large datasets and derive actionable insights