FMCG Category Manager: Strategy, Sourcing & Growth

FairPrice Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FairPrice Group is seeking an experienced Category Manager in Singapore to lead end-to-end management of the FMCG non-food portfolio. The role focuses on driving sales, margins, and market share through strategic sourcing, buying, merchandising, and marketing initiatives.

You will negotiate with suppliers, plan promotions, and manage inventory, collaborating with internal teams and external partners to ensure execution of category strategies.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of FMCG experience.
• Strong data analysis and data-driven decision making.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Customer-focused with accountability and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies to meet sales, profit, and market share objectives.
• Lead end-to-end product lifecycle: sourcing, buying, pricing, merchandising, and marketing.
• Negotiate with suppliers on pricing, product selection, and promotions.
• Collaborate with supply chain and operations to manage inventory.
• Use data analytics to guide assortment, pricing, and promotions.
• Present performance reports, forecasts, and recommendations to management.

Skills

Data analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Cross-functional collab

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing/Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

FairPrice Group is seeking an experienced Category Manager in Singapore to lead end-to-end management of the FMCG non-food portfolio. The role focuses on driving sales, margins, and market share through strategic sourcing, buying, merchandising, and marketing initiatives.

You will negotiate with suppliers, plan promotions, and manage inventory, collaborating with internal teams and external partners to ensure execution of category strategies.