Snacks & Confectionery Category Lead (Hybrid)

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybride; USD 45 000 - 67 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Category Manager for the Snacks & Confectionery portfolio in Welkom, Free State. The role focuses on defining category strategy, driving brand performance, and optimizing placement and promotions in retail environments.

You will analyze data, forecast trends, and collaborate cross-functionally to maximize profitability and market share. The ideal candidate has 6+ years in FMCG category or brand management, strong data interpretation skills, and experience in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Economics or related field.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and drive actions.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience with P&L management and financial forecasting.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business goals.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and consumer insights to identify growth.
• Manage supplier relationships and procurement terms.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing and supply chain for promotions.
• Monitor KPIs and report actionable recommendations to senior management.
• Lead go-to-market strategy for category innovations and optimize planograms.
• Drive profitability and market share for the Snacks & Confectionery category.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Business/Economics

Outils

Retail analytics tools

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Category Manager for the Snacks & Confectionery portfolio in Welkom, Free State. The role focuses on defining category strategy, driving brand performance, and optimizing placement and promotions in retail environments.

You will analyze data, forecast trends, and collaborate cross-functionally to maximize profitability and market share. The ideal candidate has 6+ years in FMCG category or brand management, strong data interpretation skills, and experience in