category analyst

Sale & Business Development

About UsWe are a fast-growing men&rsquo;s wear brand redefining modern style through quality, innovation, and customer-first design. Our team is passionate about delivering wardrobe essentials and statement pieces that empower men to look and feel their best. As we expand, we&rsquo;re looking for a Category Analyst to help us unlock data-driven insights and drive smarter merchandising strategies.About the RoleAs a Category Analyst, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our men&rsquo;s wear collections. You&rsquo;ll analyze sales data, market trends, and consumer behavior to help optimize product assortments, pricing strategies, and promotional performance. This is the perfect opportunity for a detail-oriented, analytical thinker with a passion for fashion retail and category growth.What You&rsquo;ll Do<ul><li>Analyze sales performance, consumer insights, and competitive trends within the men&rsquo;s wear category.</li><li>Support category planning by identifying assortment gaps, pricing opportunities, and promotional strategies.</li><li>Partner with Merchandising, Design, and Marketing teams to ensure alignment between data insights and brand vision.</li><li>Build and maintain dashboards, reports, and forecasting models to track KPIs.</li><li>Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership to influence business decisions.</li></ul>What We&rsquo;re Looking For<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, or related field.</li><li>2+ years of experience in category analysis, merchandising, or retail analytics (fashion/apparel experience preferred).</li><li>Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation abilities.</li><li>Passion for men&rsquo;s fashion and consumer trends.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing men&rsquo;s wear brand.</li><li>Competitive salary &amp; benefits package.</li><li>Growth opportunities within merchandising and category management.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: From Rs100,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Category Analyst – RETAIL

About UsWe are a fast-growing men&rsquo;s wear brand in Pakistan with nationwide expansion underway. To fuel this growth, we are looking for a Category Analyst who will play a key role in data-driven decision-making, category optimization, and enhancing supply chain efficiency.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Collect and analyze sales, inventory, and operational data to generate clear reports.</li><li>Review historical trends to forecast future demand and product performance.</li><li>Conduct product feasibility studies and support leadership with strategic insights.</li><li>Manage product categorization and segmentation for retail outlets.</li><li>Monitor sales and stock levels, ensuring efficient product flow and availability.</li><li>Oversee outlet operations including inventory control, merchandising, and product display.</li><li>Identify fast- and slow-moving items and recommend actionable improvements.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management.</li><li>4&ndash;5 years of experience in supply chain planning, replenishment, or retail category management.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent coordination, planning, and communication abilities.</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Competitive salary.</li><li>Growth opportunities with a rapidly expanding national retail brand.</li><li>A role that makes a direct impact on business success.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs90,000.00 - Rs100,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Category Analyst – Men’s Wear Brand

Biogen

<div>About This Role
The position of Sourcing Analyst resides within the Direct Materials sourcing team and provides support to the Category Managers related to savings, reporting, metrics, contracting and supplier relationship management. This role supports supplier oversight activities under the guidance of senior team members. This role will report into the Associate Director, Global Strategic Sourcing, Direct Materials and sits within Global Business Services. 
 
What You'll Do
<ul><li>Performs analysis and reporting of savings tracking and category performance management. Assists in developing procedures and tools to support the process and makes system updates as needed.
</li><li>Supports Category Management strategy planning by providing data analysis and preparing templates and reports.
</li><li>Establishes templates and reporting capabilities for Direct Materials Category Management in collaboration with team members.
</li><li>Assists in sourcing, negotiating, and contracting strategies to achieve category goals, following established guidelines and processes.
</li><li>Supports category implementation by contributing to the development of the sourcing strategy and ensuring alignment with defined criteria.
</li><li>Assists in supplier management activities (e.g., business continuity, risk, QBRs, forecasts review, capacity planning), ensuring the appropriate level of oversight, direction, and development by following established processes and providing input as needed.
</li><li>Performs pricing updates and cost modeling in alignment with Category Management teams to support business cases and ongoing what-if scenario building for category strategy development and sourcing efforts (initially supporting the process and developing models as needed).
</li><li>Monitors the market to identify trends and supports market studies initiated by senior team members.
</li><li>Leads low-medium complexity events/projects in line with category segmentation under the direction of senior team members.
</li><li>Responsible for maintaining certain information for assigned suppliers such as gathering and issuing forecasts, sourcing rules and adding/updating item information in Oracle system. 
 
</li></ul>Who You Are
You are a sourcing analyst with advanced data analytics skills. You have foundational experience in GMP materials sourcing, contracts and negotiations. You enjoy collaborating with diverse subject-matter experts to develop process improvements and evolve category strategies. 
 
Required
<ul><li>2+ years of experience in a related role
</li><li>Enhanced data analytics skills &ndash; ability to combine and analyze spend, forecast and external opportunities utilizing MS Excel, Power BI, Business Objects, and Tableau to generate clear reports supporting the Category Managers on developing category strategies and support analytics for contract negotiations.
</li><li>Demonstrated experience in strategic sourcing and preferably category subject matter expertise in Direct Materials) is preferred
</li><li>Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
</li><li>Experience with negotiation of contract and commercial terms and conditions preferred
</li><li>Demonstrated understanding of cost modelling and associated tools.
</li><li>Ability to work effectively across functions.
</li><li>Can organize and analyze large volumes of data to draw effective conclusions.
</li><li>Ability to gather relevant information from internal and external sources to research, analyze, form insights and resolve issues. 
 
</li></ul>Preferred
<ul><li>Knowledge of the Source-to-Pay process
</li><li>Working knowledge of Oracle or equivalent EBS and ability to update EBS Settings (Define sourcing rules, sourcing assignments, fixed lot multipliers, lead times)
</li><li>Ability to generate metrics and gather internal feedback on supplier performance related to periodic business reviews.
</li><li>CPSM certification
</li></ul>Education
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience required
</li></ul>Global Business Services
The Global Business Services (GBS) team is an organization established to transform Biogen&rsquo;s business processes, a platform to scale global operations, fuel commercial growth and the innovation pipeline. Further, GBS provides added value by developing and delivering a suite of business solutions and support services that are appreciated by internal customers. GBS provides services by leveraging a global delivery model, operational transparency and metrics, leveraging global best practices, and a service-oriented process improvement culture.
The vision of GBS at Biogen is to be recognized as a world-class Global Business Services organization driven by the desire for excellence in its people, business solutions, execution and partnerships with internal customers.
The GBS team champions building a continuous improvement culture that other parts of the organization recognize and seek out for business support. We are a performance-based culture organization supported by tools, training, and well-defined accountability, where people can build their career or prepare for a role in the wider business or elsewhere within GBS. We seek individuals who can enhance our team with their knowledge, skills, innovation, collaboration and &ldquo;can do&rdquo; attitude. 
 
Job Level: Professional 
 
Additional Information
The base compensation range for this role is: $70,000.00-$91,000.00 
<div> 
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills &amp; experience, job location, and internal equity.
Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.
In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees&rsquo; and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being ; including, but not limited to:
<ul><li>Medical, Dental, Vision, &amp; Life insurances
</li><li>Fitness &amp; Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
</li><li>Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
</li><li>A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
</li><li>Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
</li><li>80 hours of sick time per calendar year
</li><li>Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
</li><li>401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
</li><li>Employee stock purchase plan
</li><li>Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
</li><li>Employee Resource Groups participation
</li></ul></div><div>Why Biogen?
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&amp;I efforts.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.</div></div>

Sourcing Analyst

Flutter Entertainment India

<div>
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 We are seeking a
 
 proactive, data-driven, and self-motivated Sourcing Analyst
 
 to play a key role in enhancing our sourcing capabilities, with a strong focus on
 
 Tail Spend Management
 
 . This hybrid role blends day-to-day procurement execution with strategic initiatives to reduce supplier fragmentation, improve the buying experience, and drive value across the sourcing function.
 
 
 The ideal candidate will bring a solid background in
 
 spend analysis, supplier optimization, and catalog enablement
 
 , along with the ability to partner with stakeholders through implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement cycles. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow into
 
 tactical sourcing projects, RFP execution, and commercial negotiations
 
 .
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Tail Spend Management
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Analyze tail spend to identify trends, redundancies, and opportunities for supplier consolidation and process simplification.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work with stakeholders to implement preferred suppliers , build catalogs, and streamline low-value procurement processes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare executive-ready decks and presentations to communicate findings and proposed solutions to internal stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee implementation of tail spend initiatives, monitor results, track adoption, and identify areas for further optimization.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Sourcing &amp; Procurement Enablement
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Partner with Group and Divisional Procurement teams to assess sourcing opportunities that drive broader business value&mdash;e.g., leveraging preferred vendors across categories or regions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support category strategy through supplier evaluations, market analysis, and insight generation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with stakeholders to align sourcing approaches with category requirements and business goals.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Data Analytics &amp; Reporting
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Conduct data cleansing, enrichment, and analysis to support sourcing decisions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Build dashboards and reports using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or Tableau to visualize savings, supplier usage, and compliance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Translate raw data into actionable insights and recommendations.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Process &amp; Capability Development
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Contribute to improving sourcing documentation, templates, evaluation tools, and reporting standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Explore and support the implementation of procurement technology tools for increased efficiency and transparency.
 </li>
 <li>
 Help maintain data quality across systems and sourcing reports.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Career Progression
 
 
 
 This role offers a natural progression path into
 
 tactical sourcing
 
 responsibilities, such as:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Supporting medium-value sourcing projects and deal execution.
 </li>
 <li>
 Running RFPs , conducting commercial negotiations , and managing supplier communications.
 </li>
 <li>
 Developing subject matter expertise (SME) in assigned spend categories.
 </li>
 <li>
 Building stakeholder relationships and providing sourcing advisory support.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Required Skills &amp; Experience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 3-5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain, ideally within a global or matrixed organization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong background in spend analysis , tail spend optimization, and implementation of procurement improvements (e.g., catalog creation, preferred supplier models).
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, formulas); hands-on experience with Power BI or Tableau is highly desirable.
 </li>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Economics, Statistics , or a related field.
 </li>
 <li>
 Basic to intermediate knowledge of commercial contracting and negotiation .
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings and influence stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong attention to detail, high level of organization, and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
 </li>
 <li>
 Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently and drive initiatives forward.
 </li>
 <li>
 Comfortable working in cross-functional, virtual teams across global time zones.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Dyson

<div>
 
 About Us
 
 
 
 Dyson is a global technology enterprise. We&rsquo;re growing fast and our ambition is huge &ndash; more categories, more locations and more people. Dyson launched in the US in 2002, and since then operations have grown exponentially. Our US headquarters is based in Chicago's Fulton Market neighborhood. We also have employees working in field sales, our service centers, and in our growing number of Dyson Demo Store&rsquo;s across the country.
 
 
 We're committed to our campus culture and want to have people collaborating, developing, and learning from each other. By having everyone on campus together, we have been able to nurture a fantastic social and dynamic environment.
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 Work in partnership with Sales, Supply Planning, Finance and Marketing, with a focus on improving forecast accuracy and ensuring proper replenishment of inventory. Develop collaborative relationships with Direct Sales and Finance to ensure alignment on agreed upon plans and support the creation of CRG level sales and inventory forecasts. Responsible for Category Captainship, which includes forecasting at a category level, executing assortment and promotional effectiveness analysis, as well as, supporting the collaboration and communication between Category Marketing teams and Planning.
 
 
 Main responsibilities include: Forecasting, which includes base and promotional item level forecasting, event planning, weekly/monthly performance analysis at both CRG and category level, weekly inventory review meetings and management of forecast for accessories needed to support Direct strategy.
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support delivery of assigned budgets on monthly, quarterly and yearly basis
 </li>
 <li>
 Forecast at the Customer Retail Group and product level as required
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze weekly in-stock data and partner with Supply Planning and Channel Management to identify and resolve stock out issues.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor sales and inventories; assess risks and opportunities; communicate and implement best profit and high customer satisfaction solutions
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and execute assortment and promotional effectiveness analysis
 </li>
 <li>
 Seek consensus and approval from internal stakeholders for proposed plans; negotiate cross functionally with internal partners to achieve company's best position
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Plan, develop, and manage relationships with internal Dyson teams, current and new.
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Partner with assigned Category Team to provide driver based, data driven analysis and recommendations to guide decision making, which helps ensure the best outcome for Dyson
 </li>
 <li>
 Seek out decision makers and influencers, to best manage the business. Create positive working relationships across all levels of the Dyson organization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Comprehensive knowledge of the business and the ability to communicate that knowledge, serving as the voice of the customer internally
 </li>
 <li>
 Support plans regarding distribution, merchandising, pricing, and product placement.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify opportunities and related risks; assess situation and propose action
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 About You
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree preferred, business major preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 2-3 years in a Sr. Analyst role preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 Prior experience working with a sales function is a plus
 </li>
 <li>
 Prior Retail Planning experience, or experience working with a major US Retailer preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 Prior experience with CPFR and JBP processes strongly preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong communication skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to deliver projects in full, on time and to the highest quality
 </li>
 <li>
 An innovative yet objective thinker
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization with positive intent
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong Excel skills, ability to aggregate high level summaries of complex data sets
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Compensation for this role is : $90,400 - $101,700 annually plus bonus opportunity
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 At Dyson, how we reward you is linked to our high-performance culture. But it&rsquo;s about more than salary and bonus. Through a package of financial, lifestyle and health benefits, we support whatever stage of life you&rsquo;re in and the moments that matter.
 
 
 
 Financial Benefits
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 401K with up to a 4% match
 </li>
 <li>
 Company paid Life Insurance and AD&amp;D
 </li>
 <li>
 Flexible Savings Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Lifestyle Benefits
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Competitive Paid Time Off Benefits including Separate Holiday, Sick, and Vacation Time
 </li>
 <li>
 Pre-tax Commuter Benefits (applicable areas only)
 </li>
 <li>
 Generous Child Care Leave Program
 </li>
 <li>
 Wellness Program
 </li>
 <li>
 Employee Assistance Program
 </li>
 <li>
 Dyson Product Discounts
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Health Benefits
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Multi-Level Healthcare Coverage Options
 </li>
 <li>
 Vision &amp; Dental Coverage
 </li>
 <li>
 Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Dyson is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. If requested, we will provide reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process for persons with disabilities. Contact us at americas.talentacquisition@dyson.com for more information. Dyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
 
 Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don&rsquo;t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.
</div>

Senior Demand Planner

Client of Emirates Consulting Group LLC ( ECG)

Responsibilities • Responsible for budgeting, forecasting , making category level strategy and achieving Sales and Margin targets assigned to a particular category • Lead negotiations on annual contract terms with suppliers to maximize benefits for both client and the suppliers including margins, pricing and volumes, product range, MSL, returns and replenishments, payment terms etc • Work closely with stores to ensure a healthily store level sales and Profit and maintaining healthy inventory at each store • Keep up to date with latest retail and category trends about new and innovative products and ways of displaying products To have a close eye on each competition, making counter strategies to gain market share YOY/ MOM/ WOW • Work Closely with Marketing team to create marketing strategy for own category and provide all necessary inputs to marketing for respective category • Ensure category liaison with key internal interfaces such Product Registration, Vendor Co-ordination, finance reconciliations for category, Brand level reconciliation for respective category, and Store teams to ensure category processes and procedures are implemented effectively. Oversee management of all supplier reconciliation, rebates and any disputes. • Ensure optimum category inventory levels are maintained keeping in mind store requirements as well as working capital constraints, OTB management. • Monitor and make recommendations for customer product needs, preferences based on internal survey data and GFK data, and change Product range/ buying patterns within category Making weekly/ Monthly category level promotional plans • Ensure planograms and assortment are up to date and making timely clearance plan for Ageing and EOL inventory. • Ensure effective in season management of the assigned category/department through regular analysis and action plan based on the performance around the following anchors: sales vs. Stock, stock analysis, stock balancing, margin analysis Oversee management of organization training needs for training provided by suppliers for new products • GMROF(Gross margin return on Footage) and GMROI(Gross Margin Return on Inventory) Achieving yearly targets and benchmarks as well as Defining strategies to improve the GMROF and GMROI • Competition analysis review and analyze competition offers compared to client offers. Suggest improvements based on the analysis

Senior Merchandising Officer

NMC Health plc

<div>The Category Specialist is responsible for overseeing day-to-day procurement activities related to specific product categories, such as medical consumables, pharmaceuticals, or clinical equipment. The role includes vendor coordination, data analysis, order processing, and supporting the implementation of category strategies. The Category Specialist works closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure procurement efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and continuous supply to meet operational needs.</div>
 <div><ul><li>Manage end-to-end procurement for assigned categories in accordance with internal policies and compliance standards.
</li><li>Conduct sourcing and purchasing activities to ensure timely availability of goods and services.
</li><li>Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations, negotiate terms, and ensure adherence to agreed terms.
</li><li>Maintain updated records of vendor information, pricing, and contracts.
</li><li>Monitor supplier performance, including delivery timelines, quality, and responsiveness.
</li><li>Coordinate with internal departments to understand and fulfill procurement requirements.
</li><li>Analyze procurement data and generate reports on category spend, savings, and usage trends.
</li><li>Support category planning and strategy execution under the guidance of the procurement leadership.
</li><li>Identify cost-saving opportunities through consolidation, volume leverage, or alternative sourcing.
</li><li>Handle day-to-day procurement documentation including PO creation, GRN tracking, and invoice resolution.
</li><li>Ensure that procurement activities are conducted in accordance with UAE regulations and internal compliance policies.
</li><li>Assist in preparing tender documentation and managing RFQs/RFPs.
</li><li>Resolve supplier-related issues and escalate when necessary.
</li><li>Participate in vendor evaluations and contribute to supplier development initiatives.</li></ul></div>
 <div>Education and Certification
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (mandatory).
</li><li>Certification in procurement or supply chain (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is preferred. 
</li></ul>Category Specialist benefit from having experience/competency in:
<ul><li>Sourcing medical consumables, pharmaceuticals, or equipment.
</li><li>Vendor relationship management and negotiation.
</li><li>Data analysis and reporting for procurement performance.
</li><li>Supporting procurement strategy execution.
</li><li>Understanding of healthcare quality and regulatory standards.
</li><li>Coordination with warehousing, logistics, and clinical departments. 
</li></ul>Knowledge and Skills
<ul><li>Good understanding of healthcare procurement processes and best practices.
</li><li>Familiarity with the UAE healthcare supplier and product landscape.
</li><li>Working knowledge of ERP and procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
</li><li>Strong organizational and documentation skills.
</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and reporting tools.
</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
</li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.</li></ul></div>

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