Description We are looking for a Category Manager to own and grow the Produce (F&V;) & Perishable business at Amazon. This role sits at the intersection of category strategy, vendor management, and operational excellence - you will drive selection and pricing decisions, and ensure customers get the best availability and speed at sustainable economics. This is a high-ownership, high-visibility role for someone who thrives in ambiguity, moves fast with data, and builds lasting relationships with both internal stakeholders and external vendors. Core Responsibilities 1. Category Ownership & P&L; Management - Develop selection and pricing strategies grounded in market data, customer demand signals, and competitive benchmarking. - Track category health metrics daily and drive corrective actions with speed. 2. Vendor Management & Sourcing Strategy - Lead vendor relationships for Produce - negotiate terms, drive compliance, and build long-term partnerships. - Build and execute a direct farmer / FPO sourcing roadmap to improve freshness, cost, and supply reliability. - Identify and onboard high-potential vendors and emerging D2C produce brands. 3. Operational Excellence & Supply Planning - Drive in-stock availability and speed-of-delivery targets for the category. - Own seasonal demand and supply planning - anticipate volatility and build buffers proactively. - Reduce Cost of Business Waste (CoBW) through process improvements across procurement, forecasting, and fulfillment. - Partner with in-stock, logistics, and supply chain teams to resolve systemic gaps. 4. Market Insights & Strategy - Continuously monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to surface opportunities. - Generate data-driven recommendations for selection expansion, pricing adjustments, and current programs. - Build long-range category forecasts in collaboration with partner teams. 5. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with business leaders, city/regional vendor managers, in-stock managers,



and marketing teams to align priorities. - Lead structured discussions and ensure decisions are backed by quality inputs. - Present category reviews and strategic recommendations to senior leadership. Basic Qualifications - 3+ years of experience in category management, vendor management, or business development. - Strong analytical skills - comfortable owning large datasets and drawing metric-based conclusions. - Proficiency in Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookups) and SQL. - Proven track record of managing vendor relationships and driving P&L; outcomes. - Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field. Preferred Qualifications - MBA or Master's in Business, Supply Chain, or Agri-business. - Prior experience in fresh produce, grocery, or perishables categories. - Experience with demand forecasting, supply planning, or in-stock management. - Familiarity with FPO / direct farmer sourcing models. - Experience presenting to and influencing senior stakeholders. Key job responsibilities Own the end-to-end P&L; for the Produce (F&V;) category, including planning, forecasting, and driving growth - with a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business. Develop and execute selection and pricing strategies grounded in market data, customer demand signals, and competitive benchmarking; continuously track market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities. Lead vendor relationships for Produce - negotiate terms, drive compliance,



and build long-term strategic partnerships; develop and execute a direct farmer / FPO sourcing roadmap to improve freshness, cost, and supply reliability. Drive in-stock availability and speed-of-delivery targets; own seasonal demand and supply planning, anticipating volatility and building buffers proactively. Reduce Cost of Business Waste (CoBW) through process improvements across procurement, forecasting, and fulfillment in partnership with in-stock, logistics, and supply chain teams. Generate and implement ideas to drive business improvement, innovation, and scale within the category, including building long-range forecasts in collaboration with partner teams. Work closely with regional and city vendor managers, in-stock managers, and cross-functional teams to align priorities and ensure execution excellence. Present category reviews, business performance, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership. Identify and onboard high-potential vendors and emerging sourcing partners to strengthen and diversify the supply base. About the team - Basic Qualifications - 5+ years of retail, operations, product or program management, or business management/consulting with negotiations and delivering results experience - Bachelor's degree, or 3+ years of professional or military experience - Experience owning a P&L; Preferred Qualifications - Experience managing large data sets and utilizing to drive performance and process improvements - Experience in vendor negotiations, pricing and promotion, inventory management, and product development Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

📌 Category Manager, Amazon Now (Bengaluru)
🏢 Amazon
📍 Bengaluru