{"product_id":"qcom","title":"Category Manager - F\u0026V (Quick Commerce)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the role\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe are looking for a Category Manager – Fruits \u0026amp; Vegetables (Quick Commerce) to own the end-to-end performance of the F\u0026amp;V category for our quick commerce business.\u003cbr\u003eThis role requires a strong operator-builder mindset. You will act as the Business Owner for F\u0026amp;V, responsible for assortment, sourcing, pricing, availability, wastage control, vendor management, promotions, and overall P\u0026amp;L performance. 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