Category Associate-Non F&D

5 months ago

Shanghai, China Wayfair Full time

What You'll Do: 

  • Build strong relationships with existing suppliers and execute negotiations to secure best pricing and promotional support
  • Analyze data to strategize revenue and profit growth opportunities for the category and for specific supplier partners
  • Advance catalog expansion, develop relationships with target suppliers
  • Identify sales, merchandising, and operational opportunities for the category and collaborate with internal teams to drive change (Opeations, Merchandising Advertising, PR, Finance, Customer Service, Business Intelligence)
  • Analyze and anticipate competitor marketing, selection, and pricing strategy
  • Attend trade shows and/or travel to meet key suppliers

What You'll Need:

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Business or a related field
  • 2+ years experience in either ecommerce, sourcing, or supply-side sales is preferred 
  • Good level of English, reading/writing English fluency is required, high verbal fluency is preferred but not required   
  • Excellent Excel and PowerPoint expertise; readiness to work with data using Excel, SQL, Tableau and other tools
  • Articulate and persuasive communication skills, both written and verbal
  • A track record of successful negotiation and relationship management skills
  • Innovative problem-solving skills; a demonstrated ability to dissect and determine root causes of problems and implement solutions
  • A structured, proactive  approach to your work, eager to progress professionally and motivated to drive business growth
  • Proven ability to thrive as part of a team and also to work autonomously
  • Demonstrated ability to work within a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment

 

About Wayfair Inc.

Wayfair is one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston or Berlin, or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, we’re reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If you’re looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then you’ll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking.

No matter who you are, Wayfair is a place you can call home. We’re a community of innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who celebrate our differences, and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and well-positioned for success. We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, community, and suppliers to help guide us as we build a better Wayfair – and world – for all. Every voice, every perspective matters. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Your personal data is processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice (/careers/privacy). If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights under applicable privacy and data protection laws, please contact us at 

  • R&D Category Associate Director VMS

    7 months ago

    Shanghai, China Bayer Full time

    At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our...

  • Associate Turnaround Management Office

    4 months ago

    Shanghai, China Mutares SE & Co. KGaA Full time

    Associate Turnaround Management Office - China (m/f/d) at Mutares SE & Co. KGaA | softgarden View job here Associate Turnaround Management Office - China (m/f/d) Full Time ...

  • Senior Manager

    5 months ago

    Shanghai, China Mutares SE & Co. KGaA Full time

    Senior Manager / Associate Director Commercial Excellence - China (m/f/d) at Mutares SE & Co. KGaA | softgarden View job here Senior Manager / Associate Director Commercial Excellence - China (m/f/d) Full Time ...

  • Category Associate, EU

    1 month ago

    Shanghai, Shanghai, China AMEX Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking a Category Associate to join our team in EMEA. As a Category Associate, you will be responsible for building strong relationships with existing suppliers and executing negotiations to secure best pricing and promotional support.Key Responsibilities:Analyze data to strategize revenue and profit growth opportunities for the...

  • Category Associate, Lighting

    1 month ago

    Shanghai, Shanghai, China AMEX Full time

    About the Role:As a Category Associate at Wayfair, you will work closely with our suppliers and internal teams to drive business growth in the Lighting category. You will be responsible for defining goals and strategies, analyzing data, and executing tactical plans to achieve revenue and profit growth.Responsibilities:Build strong relationships with...

  • Senior Software Developer

    2 months ago

    Shanghai, Shanghai, China Covestro Full time

    Key Responsibilities:a. Lead and contribute to high-impact digital projects as a full-stack developer, creating and maintaining transactional and analytical systems in Research and Development.b. Design, implement, document, and maintain complex software applications, digital workflows, automation, and/or virtualization solutions.c. Develop software using...

  • Senior Electrical Engineer_RBCN

    2 months ago

    Shanghai, China Bosch Full time

    Job Description A. Electrical safety contact person for the regional management B. Works in close communication with the OE-ES in the various division units for the sites in China C. Checks whether national requirements conflict with Bosch-internal regulations on electrical safety. D. Technical direction competence to the LO-ES for sites in China without...

  • Category Associate

    6 months ago

    Shanghai, China Wayfair Full time

    Who We Are:Wayfair is reinventing the way people shop for their homes and our team is tasked with building a best-in-class eCommerce business across our Asia market. In this Category Specialist role, you will work with external partners, our suppliers, and internal cross-functional teams to advance your category’s business agenda and drive strategic...

  • R&D_Technical Associate R&D

    4 months ago

    Shanghai, China Kraton Full time

    Make a +Difference at Kraton! At Kraton, we make a Positive Difference, and we are looking for individuals who are also looking to make a difference in their jobs, for our customers and to the world. We are looking to hire a key member of our R&D team at our Shanghai Lab.  Key Responsibilities The purpose of the Technical Associate role is...

  • Category Associate, Casegoods

    5 months ago

    Shanghai, China Wayfair Full time

    What You'll Do: Build strong relationships with existing suppliers and execute negotiations to secure best pricing and promotional supportAnalyze data to strategize revenue and profit growth opportunities for the category and for specific supplier partnersAdvance catalog expansion, develop relationships with target suppliersIdentify sales, merchandising,...

  • (Associate) Item Planner APAC

    7 months ago

    Shanghai, China abercrombie-fitch-co. Full time

    Company Description Job Description    What Will You Be Doing?  Develop and execute department and item level planning strategies across APAC for a single gender within our brands. Provide input on regional volume, inventory, and style count targets for all departments within relevant brand and gender. Develop assortment framework for key...

  • Category Category Manager, Upholstery Expert

    4 weeks ago

    Shanghai, Shanghai, China Wayfair Full time

    About UsWayfair is a global leader in online home retail.We are seeking an experienced Category Associate to join our team.This role will be based in Boston or Berlin and will involve working with suppliers in Asia.Your RoleYou will be responsible for building relationships with 20+ suppliers and negotiating pricing and promotional support.You will analyze...

  • R&D Technical Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Shanghai, Shanghai, China Kraton Full time

    About KratonWe are a leading company in the industry, dedicated to making a positive difference for our customers and the world. Our Shanghai Lab is looking for a skilled Technical Associate to join our R&D team.Job SummaryThe Technical Associate will provide laboratory synthesis, analytical, technical service, and manufacturing support to scientists. The...

  • Senior Category Expert

    1 month ago

    Shanghai, Shanghai, China AMEX Full time

    About the Role:We're seeking a skilled Category Associate to join our team at AMEX. In this role, you'll work closely with external partners, suppliers, and internal teams to drive business growth and strategic decisions.As a key member of our category team, you'll be responsible for defining goals and strategy, problem-solving, and executing tactical plans....

  • Sr. Category Associate, Upholstery

    6 months ago

    Shanghai, China Wayfair Full time

    What You'll Do: Build strong relationships with 20+ Asia suppliers and execute negotiations to secure best pricing and promotional supportAnalyze data to strategize revenue and profit growth opportunities for the category and for specific supplier partnersAdvance catalog expansion, develop relationships with target suppliersIdentify sales, merchandising,...

  • Senior Category Procurement Manager for IT

    1 month ago

    Shanghai, Shanghai, China Nexperia Full time

    About NexperiaNexperia is a leading global semiconductor company with a worldwide process that depends on complex IT systems.The non-product related procurement (NPR) organization has a significant impact, with over $300 million in spend. The NPR commodities include IT, Facility, Energy, Logistics, and professional services.The NPR organization consists of 2...

  • Global IT Category Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Shanghai, Shanghai, China Nexperia Full time

    About NexperiaNexperia is a leading global semiconductor company that produces billions of microchips every year. Its complex worldwide process depends on multiple crucial IT systems.The Non-product related procurement (NPR) department plays a significant role in the company's global procurement organization, with an estimated total spend of $300M. The NPR...

  • GA R&D Scientist

    5 months ago

    Shanghai, China International Flavors & Fragrances Full time

    Job Description SUMMARY It’s an exciting time to be part of IFF’s Global Functional Ingredients R&D team. As a research scientist in Greater Asia region, you will play an important role in our hydrocolloid research and development in line with business strategy to support our Nourish Division.  IFF is seeking a highly motivated and innovative...

  • Full Stack Developer PRDC

    7 months ago

    Shanghai, China Covestro Full time

    Major Tasks and Responsibilities:a. Technical lead and contributor on high-impact regional and global digital projects as a full-stack developer creating and maintaining transactional and analytical systems in Research and Development.b. Design, implementation, documentation, and maintenance of complex tailor-made software applications, digital workflows,...

  • APAC Category Manager, Machined Components

    4 months ago

    Shanghai, China Regal Rexnord Full time

    Position Summary: This position reports to Senior Category Management of Machined Components and is responsible for the strategic management of our regional machined components under Machined components group. This role will work closely with the regional supply chain teams, operations, plants and corporate leaders in the development of strategic plans...