Category Manager – Seed

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About Us Semaai is an Agritech startup backed by the top International and impact VCs. We are on a mission to uplift the livelihood and income of 55 million farmers in Indonesia through a highly trusted network of MSMEs(Toko Tanis) and farmer groups. Agriculture in Indonesia is one of the biggest untapped opportunities in Asia as it is a $100 Billion economy but one of the least digitized sectors even though the country has the fourth-highest mobile user base in the world. We aim to be the first full-stack upstream solution for farmers and Agri SMEs with a focus on inputs, advisories, and agri-finance. Milestones ● 🎉 Launched our first product (Agriculture Input Products Marketplace) in August’ 21 in 3 weeks🚀 ● 🌏Only Integrated Digital Ecosystem for rural 🧑🌾agricultural entrepreneurs! Link to our product: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.semaai.toko Who we are Semaai co-founders are ex Entrepreneurs, Goldman Sachs, World Bank, and Schlumberger, with 30 years of rich experience in the technology, agri-business, and development sector in Indonesia and India. We hold a set of values “CLIMB” 🧗(Customer obsession, Learning, Integrity, Mission-driven, Bias for action) and highly believe in maintaining the best culture! Job Summary: The Category Manager plays a crucial role in driving business success by strategically managing and developing a seed product category. This includes analyzing market trends, understanding customer preferences, and collaborating with various internal departments to maximize sales and profitability. Your day-to-day: Strategic Planning: ● Develop and implement a comprehensive category strategy aligned with overall business objectives. ● Conduct market research and analysis to identify opportunities for growth within the seed category. Assortment Planning: ● Determine the product assortment for the seed category, considering market trends, customer preferences, and competitive landscape. ● Collaborate with vendors and negotiate terms to ensure a diverse and competitive product offering. Inventory Management: ● Optimize inventory levels to meet demand while minimizing overstock or stockouts. ● Work closely with the supply chain and logistics teams to ensure efficient inventory flow. Vendor Management: ● Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors. ● Negotiate pricing, terms, and promotional opportunities to enhance profitability. Promotions and Pricing: ● Plan and execute promotions and pricing strategies to drive sales and meet financial targets. ● Monitor competitor pricing and market trends to stay competitive. Cross-functional Collaboration: ● Collaborate with marketing, sales, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution of seed category strategies. ● Provide guidance and support for product launches, marketing campaigns, and promotional activities. Performance Analysis: ● Monitor and analyze seed category performance using key performance indicators (KPIs). ● Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions. Customer Insights: ● Gather and analyze customer feedback and market trends to anticipate and meet customer needs. ● Recommend product enhancements or innovations based on customer insights.