Category Manager - Staples

Category Manager - Staples Bangalore Category | Full-time 3-6 Years About the Role We are looking for a Category Manager – Staples to build and scale SuperK’s business in staples (oil, rice, atta, spices, pulses, etc.).This role goes beyond procurement. You will act as the Business Owner for Staples—driving assortment strategy, vendor partnerships, pricing, monetization, availability, and P&L performance.You will work closely with sourcing, supply chain, marketing, and store operations teams to ensure the category delivers strong growth, margins, and customer value. Roles & Responsibilities 1. Category P&L OwnershipOwn revenue, margins, and profitability for staplesDrive higher gross margins vs branded benchmarksOptimize mix between private label and branded SKUs 2. Sourcing & Supply Chain DevelopmentIdentify and onboard manufacturers, millers, and contract partnersNegotiate cost structures, TOTs, and long-term supply agreementsBuild a reliable, cost-efficient sourcing network with consistent quality 3. Product Development & QualityDefine product specifications (quality, grading, packaging)Work with vendors to develop differentiated SKUs tailored for Bharat consumersEnsure strict quality control and consistency across batches 4. Pricing & Value LeadershipDesign pricing strategies that deliver clear value vs branded alternativesTrack commodity price movements and adjust pricing dynamicallyBalance margin expansion with price competitiveness 5. Assortment & Merchandising StrategyBuild a focused, high-velocity assortment for staplesDrive in-store visibility for staplesDesign merchandising and bundling strategies to improve adoption 6. Demand, Inventory & ScaleForecast demand and ensure high fill rates across storesWork with supply chain teams to maintain optimal inventory levelsScale successful SKUs across regions and formats 7. Category Growth & AdoptionDrive brand penetration within the staples categoryWork with marketing and ops teams on in-store and app-led interventionsTrack repeat purchase, customer feedback, and product performance 8. Analytics & Performance TrackingTrack key metrics:Gross margin %Staples share in categorySell-through and inventory turnsRepeat purchase ratesIdentify underperforming SKUs and drive exit or improvement plan What we are looking for? 3 - 6 years in staples procurement, commodity trading, or category managementStrong experience in oil, grains, spices, pulses, or similar staples categoriesExperience working with manufacturers / contract productionStrong commercial and P&L mindsetDeep understanding of commodity cycles and cost structuresAbility to balance cost, quality, and consumer valueStructured thinker with strong execution abilityHigh ownership and bias for action Apply Now About SuperK