Category Manager, Home & Kitchen- Eataly Corporate

The Category Manager, Home & Kitchen is responsible for purchasing the home and personal care products selected and approved together with the Buying Team. Reports to the Head of Home & Kitchen. 

• Works closely with the Product and Operations Teams to ensure buying, merchandising, and sales processes operate efficiently and effectively  

• Oversees the supply chain process, including but not limited to procurement, production, inventory control, logistics, and distribution 

• Monitors inventory by ensuring the product database, internal spreadsheets, and category product spreadsheets are up to date, organized, and accurate 

• Partners with vendors to confirm delivery dates, quantities, and compliance with agreed-to terms  

• Liaises with the Development Team, project managers, and vendors to coordinate timely and efficient product flow as well as reorders from vendors and Eataly locations 

• Monitors sales, forecasts, and purchasing plans 

• Analyzes merchandise performance, monitors vendor sales per store, and proposes adjustments to meet objectives and marketing cadences  

• Negotiates cost savings and sale pricing  

• Manages stock level in the central warehouse 

• Mentors, coaches, and coordinates with the Sales Team on product information and production decisions 

• Performs other duties as required or assigned