Quick Commerce – Category Manager Full Time NEW

Company Description DesiDiya is a fast-growing Indian brand specializing in high-quality decorative lighting products for homes across India. Founded in 2019 by IIT Guwahati alumnus Rajan Goyal, the company blends traditional Indian craftsmanship with contemporary design to deliver durable, visually striking lighting solutions. DesiDiya focuses on excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction, aiming to be the preferred destination for premium decorative lighting in the country. As the company expands, it continues to prioritize sustainability, product innovation, and a customer-first approach. Team members join a brand committed to bringing light, style, and joy into everyday living spaces.

Role Description

1. Business Development & Account Management

• Identify, onboard, and manage key accounts within the quick commerce ecosystem

• Drive revenue growth through strategic partnerships and category expansion

• Build and maintain strong relationships with platform partners and vendors

• Identify new business opportunities and negotiate commercial terms

2. Category Ownership

• Own and manage assigned product categories end-to-end

• Analyze category performance and implement strategies to improve sales, margins, and

visibility

• Work closely with internal teams (marketing, merchandising, pricing) to optimize category

performance

3. Operations & Supply Chain Management

• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations across quick commerce platforms

• Manage inventory planning, demand forecasting, and replenishment cycles

• Coordinate with supply chain, warehousing, and logistics teams to ensure high service levels

• Monitor stock availability, order fulfillment rates, and delivery timelines

4. Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners

• Act as the primary point of contact for key accounts and platform representatives

• Resolve operational issues and escalations in a timely manner

5. Negotiation & Commercial Strategy

• Lead negotiations with partners on pricing, margins, and promotional activities• Plan and execute joint business plans with platforms to maximize growth

• Optimize trade spends and ROI on promotions