Customer program manager vs category manager

Differences between customer program manager and category manager duties and responsibilities

Customer program manager example responsibilities.

• Manage low volume parts to PPAP requirements within on site manufacturing facility.
• Assist in developing a custom MRP database to help manage the variety of documents.
• Lead APQP launch teams and assist with engineering, quality, customer service, financial and manufacturing.
• Manage source business through development and into production utilizing APQP process.
• Manage the ERP implementation and integration with existing software for new corporate acquisitions.
• Manage cross-functional teams including global communications, product/parts replacements, logistics and hardware fulfillment, warranty, and escalations.
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Category manager example responsibilities.

• Lead team to manage predominantly seasonal fashion apparel by reacting to trends with appropriate buys and proactive exit strategies.
• Manage and create purchase plans and OTB's.
• Design and manage all BTL plans for the brands.
• Manage multiple sources of data to mine for business voids and opportunities at both macro and micro levels.
• Deliver profit and sales forecasts, manage merchandising budget, and used IRI data to produce optimal product mix.
• Lead a high performance jewelry merchandising team in a digital commerce environment through television, e-commerce, and social media.
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