Virtual Ops, LLP
Website:
virtualops.net
Job details:
Company Description Virtual Ops LLP is a Product Data Management company that helps retailers, brand manufacturers, and distributors optimize their products on digital channels to drive growth and stay competitive in evolving e-commerce markets. The organization focuses on enhancing customer experience by supporting retailers through digital transformation in retail. A team of enthusiastic professionals combines technology, product expertise, and collaborative methods to deliver high-quality product data and consultative support. Virtual Ops LLP partners with clients to help them grow and succeed in e-commerce, with specialized experience in industries such as Consumer Electronics, Sports, Hobbies & Outdoors, and Apparel.
Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Experience: 3–5 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site
About the Role
We are looking for a detail-oriented and commercially driven eCommerce Category Manager to support our US based Client’s Merchants in managing day-to-day merchandising activities and driving sales, profitability, inventory health, and category growth.
The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in at least 3 of these 5 areas:
- E-commerce
- Excel / Business Analytics
- Inventory & Pricing
- Vendor Management
- US Market / US Client Experience
The candidate should be analytical, observant, proactive, and capable of supporting the Merchant in driving sales and profits for the company.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Merchant in day-to-day operations including pricing, promotions, back orders, ABS inquiries, vendor management, marketing submissions, and PO placement
- Assist with sales forecasting, budgeting, inventory planning, and product assortment
- Monitor sales, pricing, inventory, and business performance to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities
- Support the management of vendors, product data, purchase orders, and promotional activities
- Analyse slow-moving and excess inventory and support initiatives to improve inventory movement
- Prepare reports and maintain key Sales, Marketing, Inventory, Brand, and Pricing metrics
- Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Finance, Logistics, Operations, and Inventory teams for smooth execution
- Support the Merchant in identifying business opportunities and implementing solutions to drive growth and profitability category
Additional Requirements
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in merchandising, e-commerce, buying, business operations, category management, or a related field
- Knowledge of core merchandising systems and processes is an advantage
- Experience working with cross-functional teams
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent English communication skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Proactive approach with the ability to identify problems and recommend solutions
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Experience working with US clients or US e-commerce/retail markets will be an added advantage
Preferred Candidate Profile
We are particularly interested in candidates coming from backgrounds such as:
Associate Buyer | Merchant Assistant | Merchandising Executive | E-commerce Executive | Category Executive | Category Analyst | Vendor Management Executive | E-commerce Operations Executive
Candidates with a combination of E-commerce + Excel/Analytics + Inventory/Pricing + Vendor Management + US Market exposure will be highly preferred.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work closely with the Merchant and gain exposure to buying, merchandising, e-commerce, inventory, pricing, and business analytics
- Opportunity to work with US-market business operations
- Cross-functional exposure across Marketing, Sales, Finance, Logistics, and Operations
- Growth opportunity in the areas of Merchandising, Buying, Category Management, and E-commerce
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