About the job
Join Us in Shaping the Future of E-Commerce!
At Hadley Designs, we are passionate about creating enriching, engaging, and screen-free learning experiences for children. Millions of parents and educators trust our beautifully crafted educational tools designed to foster growth and development in children. As a rapidly expanding, family-owned business, our mission is to make meaningful learning accessible to families around the globe.
We are excited to invite a Category Growth Manager to our dynamic team. This role is ideal for a strategic and analytical leader who is dedicated to enhancing e-commerce performance, expanding product categories, and executing innovative, impactful strategies. This position offers a remarkable opportunity to drive significant growth and influence our company’s trajectory.
About Hadley Designs
Hadley Designs is at the forefront of redefining early childhood education through creativity and intentionality. Every product we develop is thoughtfully designed by educators and crafted with care to promote connection and confidence. Our screen-free resources are aimed at making learning enjoyable and impactful, igniting curiosity and creativity in young minds.
Our Mission:
We are committed to designing screen-free products that help children learn, grow, and unlock their full potential. Our beautifully curated, developmentally appropriate tools prioritize connection, curiosity, and authentic learning experiences over distractions.
Our Vision:
We aspire to establish the most trusted children’s brand globally, present in millions of homes, transforming the way families engage with learning. Our products are intended to be cherished and passed down, enabling generations of children to benefit from them.
Role Overview
As a Category Growth Manager, you will take the lead in driving the expansion of a multi-million dollar product category, focusing primarily on e-commerce platforms such as Amazon. You will oversee the entire category lifecycle, from product positioning and advertising to demand planning, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure robust growth and success. This role demands a blend of data-informed decision-making, innovative strategies, and hands-on execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Category Ownership & Strategy: Manage the comprehensive performance of the category, encompassing revenue, margin, pricing, advertising, and inventory management.
- Optimization & Growth: Continuously enhance product positioning, content, pricing, and promotional strategies to propel growth and maximize market share.
- Product Innovation & Expansion: Discover new product opportunities and oversee the lifecycle of existing products ensuring they remain relevant and profitable.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, sales, and product development teams to execute growth initiatives.
