Assistant Category Manager

Xiaomi has transformed the way India watches television — with 12 million+ Smart TVs sold , we are among the most loved and trusted Smart TV brands in the country. As we enter the next phase of growth, Xiaomi TV is leading the premiumization wave , making advanced display technologies like QLED more accessible to Indian consumers. With the market witnessing a strong shift toward larger screen sizes and upgrading customers , this is a pivotal opportunity to shape the future of India’s Smart TV ecosystem — especially with category momentum accelerating post the GST change .

Role Overview:

We are looking for a dynamic, analytical, and business-driven professional to join our Smart TV Category / Go-To-Market (GTM) team. The role offers a unique opportunity to manage end-to-end product lifecycle and business performance for one of the most exciting and high-growth categories in Indian consumer electronics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the Senior Category / GTM Manager to manage the complete product lifecycle of select TV models — from planning and forecasting to execution — ensuring achievement of business goals.
• Inventory Management: Oversee production, sell-in, and inventory control to ensure optimal availability and supply-chain efficiency.
• Conduct bottoms-up forecasting and prepare monthly sell-in / sell-out plans, pricing strategies, and promotional schemes aligned with the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
• Track and analyze business performance metrics — including volume, value, ROI of enablers, and cost of operations — to drive profitability improvements.
• Continuously monitor competitive landscape , leveraging primary and secondary data to build actionable counter strategies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, marketing, supply chain, sales, after-sales service, finance, and customer experience teams to ensure seamless product execution and market success.
• Liaise closely with HQ teams to share market insights, contribute to product strategy, and provide updates on key performance indicators.
• Prepare business review documents and executive presentations , delivering crisp, data-backed insights to leadership.

Why Join Us:

Be part of a category that’s redefining home entertainment for millions of Indian households. At Xiaomi, you’ll help shape how India upgrades to smarter, larger, and more immersive TV experiences — driving the next phase of growth in the premium Smart TV segment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA from Tier1 college (optional)
• 1+yrs experience in category management/ sales/ account management roles
• Experience in PnL management
• Highly organized and efficient in time management
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data sets and draw insights
• Experience working with sales teams & understanding of sales processes
• Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines & adapt to changing priorities
• Strong stakeholder management