Category Manager

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, South Africa, seeks an experienced Category Manager to lead a defined product category within the fast-moving consumer goods sector. You will drive growth, optimize profitability, and oversee assortment and merchandising to meet consumer needs and company objectives.

You will analyze sales data and market trends, manage supplier relationships, and collaborate with marketing and sales to implement go-to-market plans for new products and promotions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in category management, merchandising, or a similar FMCG role.
• Strong ability to analyze complex data and translate insights into strategies.
• Proven negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships.
• Excellent understanding of retail dynamics and category management principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies including assortment planning, pricing, and promotions.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and coordinate cost-effective procurement.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales to execute go-to-market plans for new products/promotions.
• Monitor performance against KPIs and adjust actions to improve sales and profitability.
• Ensure effective inventory management and supply chain coordination for the category.

Skills

Data analysis

Negotiation

Category management

Supplier relations

Retail knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Supply Chain

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry, is actively seeking a strategic and experienced Category Manager to join their dynamic team in Centurion . This critical role involves overseeing a specific product category, driving its growth, profitability, and market positioning. You will be responsible for developing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the optimal assortment and merchandising of products to meet consumer needs and company objectives. This position is ideal for a forward-thinking individual who excels in data analysis and strategic planning, contributing to the ongoing success and innovation of our client's diverse product offerings in the vibrant market of Centurion .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive category strategies, including assortment planning, pricing, and promotional activities.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitor activities to identify opportunities for category growth and optimization.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of goods.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop and execute effective go-to-market plans for new products and promotions.
• Monitor category performance against key metrics, such as sales, market share, and profitability, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure effective inventory management and supply chain coordination for the assigned category.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in category management, merchandising, or a similar role within the FMCG sector .
• Proven ability to analyze complex data sets and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships effectively.
• Excellent understanding of retail dynamics, consumer behavior, and category management principles.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with annual performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and career advancement.
• A stimulating and collaborative work environment within a leading FMCG organization in Centurion .
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and a positive work-life balance.