We are looking for an experienced Category Manager to join our team, working on-site from our Rewa office. In this role you will be a key member of our Merchandising function, contributing directly to our goals and working closely with talented colleagues across the business.
This is a hands-on role with real ownership and impact. You will apply your skills in Category Management, Pricing and Vendor Management to solve interesting problems, ship work you can be proud of and help us raise the bar for what we do. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, share your ideas openly and have the support you need to do your best work and grow along the way.
You will bring around 4 to 7 years of relevant experience and strong, practical knowledge of Category Management, Pricing and Vendor Management. Just as important are clear communication, sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with people across different teams and backgrounds.
Within your first few months, you will get up to speed with our products, processes and people, build strong working relationships across the team, and begin taking ownership of your own work. Over time, you will have the opportunity to deepen your expertise, take on broader scope and grow your career with us as the company continues to scale.
In return, we offer a supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, competitive pay, meaningful benefits and the chance to do work that genuinely matters. We care about our people, invest in their growth and want everyone here to be able to do the best work of their careers.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Nandan Plastics is an equal-opportunity employer: we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Apply today and tell us why you would be a great fit.
Responsibilities
As a Category Manager at Nandan Plastics, you will play a central role within our Merchandising function and take ownership of a broad and varied set of responsibilities. Working alongside a collaborative, motivated team, your day-to-day duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:- Mentor, coach and support more junior team members, helping them grow and do their best work.
- Drive planning and prioritisation for your area, balancing short-term delivery with long-term goals.
- Prepare operational reports and provide clear updates to management and stakeholders.
- Monitor key performance indicators and take corrective action to keep operations on track.
- Coordinate across internal teams, suppliers and partners to deliver on commitments and timelines.
- Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, and design and implement process improvements.
- Maintain rigorous standards of quality, safety, compliance and documentation.
- Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and continuously refine them.
- Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure processes run smoothly, efficiently and to a high standard.
- Manage inventory, resources and scheduling to balance cost, service and quality.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and customer focus.
- Negotiate with and manage vendors, contractors and service providers.
- Support planning, budgeting and resource allocation for the function.
- Lead, train and support team members to deliver consistent, reliable results.
- Support and step in for teammates when needed to help the team meet its shared goals.
- Contribute to a culture of accountability, learning from mistakes and celebrating shared wins.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and bring forward practical ideas to make our products, processes and ways of working better.
- Take full ownership of your work, manage your own priorities and consistently deliver to a high standard and on time.
- Represent the team and the company professionally in internal and external interactions.
- Continuously develop your skills, seek feedback and stay current with the latest developments in your field.
- Participate constructively in team meetings, stand-ups, planning sessions, demos and retrospectives.
- Ensure your work meets agreed quality, compliance and security standards before it is considered complete.
- Bring energy, curiosity and a solutions-focused mindset to everyday challenges.
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute actively to a positive, inclusive, supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Support onboarding, knowledge-sharing and documentation so the wider team can learn, scale and succeed.
- Proactively flag dependencies and coordinate with other teams to keep work moving smoothly.
- Plan and manage your workload to balance quality, speed and competing demands.
- Collaborate respectfully and effectively with colleagues across teams, functions, time zones and locations.
What we're looking for
4-7 years of professional experience in a Category Manager or similar roleStrong working knowledge of Category Management, Pricing and Vendor Management
MBA / Bachelor's in Business Administration
Excellent communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills
Benefits
At Nandan Plastics, we believe that looking after our people is the foundation of doing great work. We offer a comprehensive, thoughtfully designed benefits and perks package that supports your health, your finances, your growth and your life outside of work. When you join us, you can expect the following:- Support for relocation where relevant, to help you make a smooth move and settle in quickly.
- earned, casual and sick leave in line with company policy, plus public holidays, because rest and time to recharge are essential to doing great, sustainable work.
- A flat, low-ego environment where good ideas can come from anyone and are acted upon.
- A competitive salary that is reviewed regularly and benchmarked against the market to keep your pay fair and current.
- A modern, well-equipped office in a convenient location, with snacks, great coffee and plenty of collaborative space.
- Flexible working hours that let you do your best work while balancing your personal life and commitments.
- A performance-linked annual bonus that meaningfully rewards both your individual contribution and the company's success.
- A real commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, with employee resource groups and an open, respectful culture.
- Recognition of personal milestones with celebration leave and thoughtful gestures.
- Generous referral bonuses for helping us find and hire other great people to join the team.
- Free snacks, beverages and regular catered meals to keep you fuelled through the day.
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance for you and your dependants, so you and your family are well looked after.
- Employee discounts and access to a curated range of partner perks, offers and benefits.
- Structured mentorship, regular feedback and clear, transparent career-progression frameworks to help you grow.
- Regular team lunches, celebrations, offsites and social events that make work more fun, human and connected.
- Opportunities to attend, speak at and learn from industry events and conferences.
- Protected time for learning, regular internal knowledge-sharing sessions and access to leading online learning platforms.
- Allowances and reimbursements for work-related expenses, handled quickly and without unnecessary bureaucracy.
- Regular recognition and appreciation for great work, both publicly and privately.
- Mental-health support including confidential counselling, an Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellbeing resources.
- A supportive, inclusive and collaborative culture where your ideas are genuinely heard and your contribution truly matters.
- Generous, fully paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting you through one of life's biggest moments.
- Personal accident and term life insurance providing financial protection and peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
Education
MBA / Bachelor's in Business Administration