We are looking for an experienced Category Manager to join our team, working on a hybrid basis from our Guntur 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. Pratham Textiles 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 Pratham Textiles, 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:- Make and clearly communicate well-reasoned decisions, including difficult trade-offs.
- Lead by example, setting a high bar for quality, collaboration and professionalism.
- Monitor key performance indicators and take corrective action to keep operations on track.
- Lead, train and support team members to deliver consistent, reliable results.
- Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure processes run smoothly, efficiently and to a high standard.
- Maintain rigorous standards of quality, safety, compliance and documentation.
- Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, and design and implement process improvements.
- Support planning, budgeting and resource allocation for the function.
- Negotiate with and manage vendors, contractors and service providers.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and customer focus.
- Prepare operational reports and provide clear updates to management and stakeholders.
- Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and continuously refine them.
- Coordinate across internal teams, suppliers and partners to deliver on commitments and timelines.
- Manage inventory, resources and scheduling to balance cost, service and quality.
- Contribute actively to a positive, inclusive, supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Plan and manage your workload to balance quality, speed and competing demands.
- Proactively flag dependencies and coordinate with other teams to keep work moving smoothly.
- 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.
- 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.
- Continuously develop your skills, seek feedback and stay current with the latest developments in your field.
- Adapt to changing priorities and remain calm, focused and effective in a fast-moving, evolving environment.
- Communicate progress, risks and blockers clearly and proactively to your manager and relevant stakeholders.
- Take full ownership of your work, manage your own priorities and consistently deliver to a high standard and on time.
- Collaborate respectfully and effectively with colleagues across teams, functions, time zones and locations.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, care and integrity at all times.
- Bring energy, curiosity and a solutions-focused mindset to everyday challenges.
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 Pratham Textiles, 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:- Opportunities to attend, speak at and learn from industry events and conferences.
- Allowances and reimbursements for work-related expenses, handled quickly and without unnecessary bureaucracy.
- Wellness perks such as gym and fitness-membership support, plus wellbeing initiatives throughout the year.
- Transparent communication, regular all-hands updates and direct, approachable access to leadership.
- Recognition of personal milestones with celebration leave and thoughtful gestures.
- Provident Fund (PF) contributions and gratuity in line with statutory requirements, helping you build long-term financial security for the future.
- 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.
- Thoughtful welcome kits, branded swag and little extras that make you feel part of the team.
- A real commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, with employee resource groups and an open, respectful culture.
- 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.
- Company-funded health insurance with access to a wide network of hospitals and clinics, plus an annual preventive health check-up.
- Additional wellbeing and volunteering days each year to look after yourself and give back to your community.
- The chance to do meaningful, high-impact work alongside talented, friendly, humble and ambitious colleagues.
- A dedicated annual learning and development budget you can spend on courses, books, certifications and conferences.
- Support for relocation where relevant, to help you make a smooth move and settle in quickly.
- Access to telemedicine and online doctor consultations so you can get care quickly, wherever you are.
- A performance-linked annual bonus that meaningfully rewards both your individual contribution and the company's success.
- Employee stock options (ESOPs), giving you a genuine stake in the company's growth and long-term success.
- A home-office set-up allowance plus the laptop, equipment and tools you need to work comfortably and productively.
- Transparent, structured pay bands and clear criteria for progression, so you always know how to grow your earnings.
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance for you and your dependants, so you and your family are well looked after.
- Structured mentorship, regular feedback and clear, transparent career-progression frameworks to help you grow.
Education
MBA / Bachelor's in Business Administration