Senior FMCG Category Manager

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Remoto; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Tempo pieno

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Remote-first culture

Home office stipend

Career development

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior FMCG Category Manager to drive strategic direction and commercial success for a key product category. This remote-first role collaborates with sales, marketing, and supply chain to optimize assortment, pricing, promotions, and placement across markets.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in category or brand management within FMCG, strong analytics, and a track record of profitable category strategies.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, economics or related field.
• 8+ years in category/brand management or related FMCG commercial role.
• Proven success in developing and executing category strategies.
• Strong analytical skills to translate data into insights.
• Excellent understanding of retail dynamics and consumer insights.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and consumer behaviour for growth opportunities.
• Optimize assortment, pricing strategies, and promotions to drive sales.
• Collaborate with sales to execute category plans at retail level.
• Work with marketing to develop brand and promotional campaigns.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor performance and provide actionable insights to senior management.
• Identify new product opportunities for the category.
• Stay informed on competitors and consumer preferences in FMCG.
• Lead initiatives to improve category profitability and loyalty in Upington region.

Conoscenze

Category management

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder influence

Strategic thinking

Excel

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Economics

MBA (nice to have)

Strumenti

Category management software

Excel

PowerPoint

Presentation tools

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a highly respected organization within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) landscape, is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior FMCG Category Manager to join their innovative commercial team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your category management expertise from anywhere. You will be responsible for driving the strategic direction and commercial success of a specific product category, optimizing product assortment, pricing, promotions, and placement to maximize sales and profitability. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of the FMCG market, strong analytical capabilities, and a proven track record in category strategy development and execution. You will collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to identify market opportunities, respond to consumer trends, and achieve business objectives. We are looking for an individual who excels in a remote-first environment, demonstrating leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence stakeholders across the business. Your insights will be crucial in shaping our category strategies and driving sustainable growth for our brands within the Upington and wider Northern Cape markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive category strategies aligned with overall business objectives and market dynamics.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and consumer behaviour to identify growth opportunities and potential threats within the assigned category.
• Optimize product assortment, pricing strategies, and promotional plans to drive sales volume and market share.
• Collaborate with the sales team to ensure effective execution of category plans at the retail level.
• Work closely with marketing to develop compelling brand and promotional campaigns.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and efficient execution.
• Monitor category performance against targets and provide regular reports with actionable insights to senior management.
• Identify and evaluate new product opportunities for inclusion within the category.
• Stay informed about competitor activities and evolving consumer preferences in the FMCG space.
• Lead strategic initiatives to enhance category profitability and customer loyalty across the Upington region.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in category management, brand management, or a related commercial role within the FMCG sector .
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing effective category strategies that drive sales and profitability.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets and translate them into actionable insights.
• Excellent understanding of retail dynamics, consumer insights, and market analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in category management software, MS Office Suite (especially Excel), and presentation tools.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a remote team environment, managing projects and collaborating virtually.
• Strategic mindset with a strong commercial acumen.
• Knowledge of the Northern Cape market and consumer landscape is advantageous.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary of R , commensurate with extensive experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous vacation days and paid company holidays.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Access to advanced analytical tools and market intelligence resources.
• The flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote work arrangement.
• A dynamic and collaborative culture focused on driving commercial success.
• Contribution towards home office setup and essential remote work infrastructure.
• Performance-based bonuses and long-term incentive plans.