Category Analyst - Fast Moving Consumer Goods

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Category Analyst for a fully remote role in the FMCG sector. You will analyze sales data, market trends and consumer behavior to support category managers and drive profitable growth.

The role requires 2+ years in data or category analysis, strong Excel and Power BI skills, and the ability to present findings remotely to stakeholders. You will monitor competitors and forecast demand to guide pricing and assortment decisions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of data/category analysis experience in FMCG/retail.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and data viz software.
• Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Statistics/Economics or related field.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales data, market share, and promotional effectiveness.
• Develop regular reports and presentations on category performance.
• Support category managers in assortment planning, pricing strategies, and promotional planning.
• Monitor competitor activities and industry trends.
• Forecast category sales and inventory requirements.
• Utilize data analysis tools to extract and interpret information.

Skills

Analytical

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Statistics/Economics

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, is seeking a meticulous and data-driven Category Analyst to join their fully remote team. This role is essential for supporting category management and driving profitable growth by providing in-depth analysis of sales data, market trends, and consumer behavior. You will work closely with Category Managers to identify opportunities, support strategic decisions, and measure the effectiveness of category initiatives. This is an excellent remote opportunity for an analytical professional passionate about the FMCG market.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze sales data, market share, and promotional effectiveness for assigned FMCG categories.
• Develop regular reports and presentations on category performance, insights, and recommendations.
• Support Category Managers in assortment planning, pricing strategies, and promotional planning.
• Monitor competitor activities and industry trends relevant to the FMCG market.
• Assist in forecasting category sales and inventory requirements.
• Utilize various data analysis tools to extract and interpret relevant information.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in data analysis, category analysis, or insights, preferably within the FMCG or retail industry .
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in tools like Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Familiarity with market data sources such as Nielsen or IRI is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong communication skills, comfortable presenting findings to stakeholders remotely.
• A bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Statistics, Economics, or a related analytical field is required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Fully remote work arrangement, enabling flexibility and work-life balance.