Games Category Manager

Company: Talent Software Services
Location: Redmond
Posted on: February 3, 2025

Job Description:

Games Category Manager

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Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of a Games Category Manager for a contract position in Redmond, WA. The opportunity will be four months with a strong chance for a long-term extension.

Position Summary: We are looking for a professional to oversee our first-party Games retail portfolio in North America. This role will enable programs and support execution at our retail partners to help our team meet business targets. This position will report to the Senior Games Category Manager.

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

Provide support to oversee P&L for the Games product portfolio, making recommendations to manage our portfolio across retailer accounts, including retailer programs and promotions.
Manage assets to support new product launches, build and maintain workback schedules to ensure we have the correct assets for title launches, and follow up with key stakeholders to ensure timelines are met. Refresh assets to support promotions or lifecycle management programs.
Forecast new and existing products, analyze historical and comparative title data to scope the size of new launching titles by region and retailer, and support promotions/seasonality.
Build and maintain launch allocation trackers for new titles based on insights and retailer feedback to ensure adequate supply for the release window. Work with operations to ensure product availability for launch, follow up on purchase orders, and secure additional builds to maintain in-stock levels. For existing titles, ensure proper supply to maintain run rates and support planned promotions.
Strengthen reporting initiatives, including but not limited to weekly title reports, allocation reporting, pre-order reporting, etc.
Create sales tools to support retailer programs, ensuring that the sales team is equipped with tools, insights, and programs to drive our shared success.
Collaborate with our business partners, including Worldwide Category, Worldwide Channel Marketing, and our local team (Marketing and Sales).


Qualifications:

3-5 years of experience managing a category or product, preferably with a retail channel partner.
Experience working within the Gaming industry.
Ability to analyze sales data, draw relevant conclusions, develop accurate business plans and forecasts, and drive execution.
Experience planning and executing marketing strategies and activities that drive business results while remaining aligned to the brand.
Years of Experience Required: 3-5 overall years of experience in the field.
Degrees or certifications required: N/A
Best vs. Average: The ideal resume would contain candidates who have worked in CSO experience.
Performance Indicators: Performance will be assessed based on quality of work.
Minimum 6 months working within the Consumer Sales Org.
Minimum 3-5 years of experience with the ability to analyze sales data, draw relevant conclusions, and develop accurate business plans.


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