Category Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Hybrid work

Health & retirement

Training & development

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking an experienced Category Manager to optimize a key FMCG product category within a dynamic team. You will collaborate with suppliers, sales, and marketing to develop strategies, manage assortment, and execute promotions.

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical, negotiation, and strategic planning skills, plus proven experience driving category growth in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Business, Marketing, Economics or related field.
• 5+ years in category management, brand management or sales in FMCG.
• Proven track record of growing category profitability and market share.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies to achieve sales, profit, and market share targets.
• Manage product assortment, pricing, promotions, and shelf-space with retail partners.
• Analyze category performance and consumer data to identify growth opportunities.
• Build relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Execute promotional plans to drive category sales and engagement.
• Monitor competitor activities and adjust strategies accordingly.

Skills

Category management

Data analysis

Negotiation

Strategic planning

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Economics

Tools

MS Excel

Data analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and analytical Category Manager to join their dynamic team in Nelspruit . This role is responsible for managing and optimizing a specific product category within the FMCG portfolio, driving sales, profitability, and market share. You will work closely with suppliers, sales, and marketing teams to develop category strategies, manage product assortment, and execute promotional plans. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of retail dynamics, consumer insights, and category management principles, working effectively in a hybrid setting that balances strategic planning with operational execution. This role is crucial for ensuring the success and growth of key product categories.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies to achieve sales, profit, and market share targets for assigned FMCG categories.
• Manage product assortment, pricing, promotions, and shelf-space strategies in collaboration with retail partners.
• Analyze category performance, consumer data, and market trends to identify growth opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Develop and execute effective promotional plans to drive category sales and consumer engagement.
• Monitor competitor activities and adjust category strategies accordingly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in category management , brand management, or sales within the FMCG sector.
• Proven track record of driving category growth and profitability.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating in a hybrid work environment.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and MS Office Suite.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to manage and grow significant product categories in the FMCG market.
• Hybrid work model promoting work-life integration.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Continuous professional development and training programs.