Category Associate

2 weeks ago


Shanghai, Shanghai, China Wayfair Full time
Who We Are:

Wayfair is reshaping the way people shop for their homes, and our mission is to build a top-tier eCommerce business in the Asia market. As a Category Specialist, you'll collaborate with external partners, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to drive strategic decisions and elevate your category's performance. With ownership over specific categories and key supplier relationships, you'll directly influence both the category's success and Wayfair's overall performance. Your role involves setting goals, devising strategies, problem-solving, executing tactical plans, and monitoring crucial business metrics.

What You'll Do:

  • Establish strong ties with current suppliers and lead negotiations for competitive pricing and promotional backing
  • Analyze data to identify opportunities for revenue and profit growth within your category and with key supplier partners
  • Expand the product catalog, establish ties with new suppliers
  • Spot sales, merchandising, and operational chances within the category, collaborating with internal teams for effective change (Operations, Merchandising, Advertising, PR, Finance, Customer Service, Business Intelligence)
  • Analyze and predict competitor strategies in marketing, product selection, and pricing
  • Participate in trade shows and potentially travel to connect with key suppliers

What You'll Need:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Business or a related field
  • Preferably 1+ years of experience in ecommerce, sourcing, or supply-side sales
  • Proficiency in English, with strong reading/writing skills and a high level of verbal fluency
  • Expertise in Excel and PowerPoint; willingness to manipulate data using tools like Excel, SQL, and Tableau
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
  • A successful track record in negotiation and relationship management
  • Strong problem-solving abilities; adept at identifying issues and implementing solutions
  • A proactive work approach, driven to enhance professional growth and business performance
  • Ability to work well in a team and independently
  • Experience working in dynamic and fast-paced environments

Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities

Wayfair is dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all, including individuals with disabilities. We will accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities within reasonable limits. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform us through our Accommodations for Applicants form.

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