We are looking for an experienced Category Manager to join our team, working on a hybrid basis from our Rourkela office and from home. 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 3 to 6 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. Abhaya Motors 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 Abhaya Motors, 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:- Drive planning and prioritisation for your area, balancing short-term delivery with long-term goals.
- Define and improve processes, standards and ways of working across the team.
- Build alignment across stakeholders and resolve competing priorities constructively.
- Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and continuously refine them.
- Negotiate with and manage vendors, contractors and service providers.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and customer focus.
- Support planning, budgeting and resource allocation for the function.
- Prepare operational reports and provide clear updates to management and stakeholders.
- Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, and design and implement process improvements.
- Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure processes run smoothly, efficiently and to a high standard.
- Lead, train and support team members to deliver consistent, reliable results.
- Maintain rigorous standards of quality, safety, compliance and documentation.
- Coordinate across internal teams, suppliers and partners to deliver on commitments and timelines.
- Monitor key performance indicators and take corrective action to keep operations on track.
- Manage inventory, resources and scheduling to balance cost, service and quality.
- Adapt to changing priorities and remain calm, focused and effective in a fast-moving, evolving environment.
- Plan and manage your workload to balance quality, speed and competing demands.
- Participate constructively in team meetings, stand-ups, planning sessions, demos and retrospectives.
- Proactively flag dependencies and coordinate with other teams to keep work moving smoothly.
- Communicate progress, risks and blockers clearly and proactively to your manager and relevant stakeholders.
- Contribute actively to a positive, inclusive, supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Bring energy, curiosity and a solutions-focused mindset to everyday challenges.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, care and integrity at all times.
- Uphold the company's values, policies, security requirements and standards of professional conduct in all activities.
- Support onboarding, knowledge-sharing and documentation so the wider team can learn, scale and succeed.
- Maintain accurate, thorough documentation and keep all relevant systems, tools and trackers up to date.
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Represent the team and the company professionally in internal and external interactions.
- Ensure your work meets agreed quality, compliance and security standards before it is considered complete.
- Collaborate respectfully and effectively with colleagues across teams, functions, time zones and locations.
What we're looking for
3-6 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 Abhaya Motors, 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.
- Recognition of personal milestones with celebration leave and thoughtful gestures.
- Mental-health support including confidential counselling, an Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellbeing resources.
- Generous referral bonuses for helping us find and hire other great people to join the team.
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance for you and your dependants, so you and your family are well looked after.
- Regular recognition and appreciation for great work, both publicly and privately.
- The chance to do meaningful, high-impact work alongside talented, friendly, humble and ambitious colleagues.
- Hybrid and remote-friendly working options, with the trust and autonomy to manage your own time and output.
- Additional wellbeing and volunteering days each year to look after yourself and give back to your community.
- A supportive, inclusive and collaborative culture where your ideas are genuinely heard and your contribution truly matters.
- Employee stock options (ESOPs), giving you a genuine stake in the company's growth and long-term success.
- Opportunities to attend, speak at and learn from industry events and conferences.
- Thoughtful welcome kits, branded swag and little extras that make you feel part of the team.
- Wellness initiatives throughout the year, from health talks and screenings to fitness challenges and mindfulness sessions.
- Employee discounts and access to a curated range of partner perks, offers and benefits.
- Protected time for learning, regular internal knowledge-sharing sessions and access to leading online learning platforms.
- A performance-linked annual bonus that meaningfully rewards both your individual contribution and the company's success.
- Flexible working hours that let you do your best work while balancing your personal life and commitments.
- Allowances and reimbursements for work-related expenses, handled quickly and without unnecessary bureaucracy.
- Free snacks, beverages and regular catered meals to keep you fuelled through the day.
- Flexible time-off arrangements and the trust to take the breaks you need, when you need them.
- Commuter, transport and travel support to make getting to and from work easier and more affordable.
- A dedicated annual learning and development budget you can spend on courses, books, certifications and conferences.
- A flat, low-ego environment where good ideas can come from anyone and are acted upon.
Education
MBA / Bachelor's in Business Administration