Confectionery & Snacks Category Manager - Hybrid (Welkom)

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance-based incentives

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Career progression within leading FMCG

Exposure to diverse product lines

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a renowned FMCG company seeking a strategic Category Manager for the Confectionery & Snacks portfolio in Welkom, Free State. You will steer market analysis, product development, merchandising and promotional planning to drive profitable growth.

The role emphasizes consumer insights, strong commercial acumen, and cross-functional leadership within a dynamic FMCG environment, with hybrid work and relocation considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Commerce, or related field is essential.
• 4-6 years in Category Management, Brand Management, or similar in FMCG.
• Proven ability to drive category growth and profitability.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret market data and consumer insights.
• Excellent understanding of retail dynamics, merchandising and promotions.
• Proficiency in category management software and MS Office Suite (Excel/PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for Confectionery & Snacks.
• Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitive benchmarks.
• Manage product assortment, pricing, and promotional plans for category profitability.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, R&D and Supply Chain to implement category plans.
• Build relationships with suppliers to optimize sourcing and partnerships.
• Monitor performance against sales, market share and profitability metrics.
• Identify opportunities for product innovation with R&D and marketing teams.
• Oversee in-store execution and merchandising for category engagement at point of purchase.
• Manage category budgets and allocate marketing spend.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitive activity.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Marketing/Business)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a renowned FMCG company seeking a strategic Category Manager for the Confectionery & Snacks portfolio in Welkom, Free State. You will steer market analysis, product development, merchandising and promotional planning to drive profitable growth.

The role emphasizes consumer insights, strong commercial acumen, and cross-functional leadership within a dynamic FMCG environment, with hybrid work and relocation considerations.