Category Manager - Beverages FMCG

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Remote work and flexible arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Category Manager for the Beverages segment in a fully remote role. You will drive growth and profitability by developing category strategies, optimizing assortments, pricing, and promotions, while analyzing market trends and consumer insights.

You will manage supplier relationships, collaborate with marketing, and monitor category performance to deliver measurable improvements in sales and market share.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Economics, or related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years in category or brand management within FMCG, beverages focus preferred.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities; excellent remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies including assortment, pricing and promotions.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify growth opportunities and threats.
• Manage supplier relationships and lifecycle of products.
• Collaborate with marketing to implement category marketing plans.
• Optimize shelf space and product placement to maximize visibility and sales.
• Monitor performance and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Remote communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Economics or related field

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a strategic and insightful Category Manager specializing in the Beverages segment of the FMCG market. This is a key, fully remote position where you will drive the growth and profitability of your assigned product categories. You will be responsible for understanding market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscapes to develop and execute category strategies that maximize sales and market share. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a data-driven professional to shape product assortments and marketing initiatives within a leading FMCG company, working effectively in a remote environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies, including assortment planning, pricing, and promotional activities.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and consumer insights to identify growth opportunities and competitive threats.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure successful product introductions and lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and implement effective category marketing plans and campaigns.
• Optimize shelf space and product placement to maximize visibility and drive sales.
• Monitor category performance against targets and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in category management or brand management within the FMCG industry , with a focus on beverages.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools and methodologies.
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful category strategies that drive sales and profitability.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, suited for remote interaction.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible remote working arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the FMCG sector.
• A collaborative and innovative remote work culture.