Product Category Specialist

Leslie Corporation; Parañaque; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Leslie Corporation is seeking a Product Category Specialist to drive strategic growth across key product categories in Paranaque City, Metro Manila. You will partner with product, marketing and sales teams to shape the roadmap, analyze data, and optimize portfolios for growth and profitability.

You will conduct market research, identify opportunities, manage pricing and promotions, and ensure effective resource allocation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in product management, category management, or similar role
• Proven track record of driving category growth, profitability, and market share
• Excellent analytical and data-driven decision-making skills
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to translate market insights into strategic initiatives
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management, pricing strategies, and marketing principles
• Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth market research to understand customer needs, competitor dynamics, and industry trends
• Develop and implement category management strategies to drive sales, profitability, and category leadership
• Collaborate with product, marketing, and sales teams to shape the product roadmap and go-to-market plans
• Analyze and interpret sales data, customer feedback, and market intelligence to inform decision-making
• Identify opportunities for product innovation, line extensions, and category expansion
• Ensure the effective allocation of resources and budgets to support category initiatives
• Continuously monitor and optimize product assortment, pricing, and promotional strategies
• Represent the category to internal and external stakeholders, showcasing category performance and strategic direction

Skills

Market research

Category management

Data-driven decisions

Cross-functional collaboration

Pricing & promotions

Product roadmap

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing or business

Job description

About the role

As a Product Category Specialist at Leslie Corporation, you will be responsible for driving the strategic growth and development of key product categories. In this full-time role based in Paranaque City, Metro Manila, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify market opportunities, optimize product portfolios, and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Conduct in-depth market research to understand customer needs, competitor dynamics, and industry trends

2. Develop and implement category management strategies to drive sales, profitability, and category leadership

3. Collaborate with product, marketing, and sales teams to shape the product roadmap and go-to-market plans

4. Analyze and interpret sales data, customer feedback, and market intelligence to inform decision-making

5. Identify opportunities for product innovation, line extensions, and category expansion

6. Ensure the effective allocation of resources and budgets to support category initiatives

7. Continuously monitor and optimize product assortment, pricing, and promotional strategies

8. Represent the category to internal and external stakeholders, showcasing category performance and strategic direction

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a related field

2. 3+ years of experience in product management, category management, or a similar role

3. Proven track record of driving category growth, profitability, and market share

4. Excellent analytical and data-driven decision-making skills

5. Strong commercial acumen and the ability to translate market insights into strategic initiatives

6. Effective communication and stakeholder management skills

7. Familiarity with product lifecycle management, pricing strategies, and marketing principles

8. Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

What we offer

At Leslie Corporation, we are committed to fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive work environment. We offer a competitive compensation package, including a comprehensive benefits plan, opportunities for career advancement, and a range of personal and professional development initiatives. Our focus on work-life balance and employee wellbeing ensures that you can thrive both professionally and personally.