Category Manager - FMCG

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical aid

Pension plan

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is looking for a strategic and analytical Category Manager to lead the FMCG category performance. You will develop category strategies, optimize assortment, manage supplier relationships, and drive growth and profitability.

Collaborate with sales, marketing, and supply chain, analyze market trends and consumer insights, oversee inventory, and ensure competitive pricing. This role offers significant influence on category strategy and opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Minimum of 7 years in category management or related FMCG roles.
• Proven track record of driving category growth and profitability.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic category plans to drive sales volume and profitability.
• Manage product assortment, pricing, and promotional activities within assigned categories.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers.
• Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitive activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to ensure effective execution of category strategies.
• Oversee inventory management and supply chain efficiency for the assigned categories.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Negotiation

FMCG knowledge

Supplier management

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and analytical Category Manager to lead their FMCG category performance in Nelspruit . This key role involves driving growth and profitability by developing and executing category strategies, optimizing product assortment, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring competitive pricing. You will work closely with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and supply chain, as well as external suppliers and retail partners, to achieve category objectives and enhance market position. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of the FMCG market dynamics and a proven ability to manage complex product categories.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic category plans to drive sales volume and profitability.
• Manage product assortment, pricing, and promotional activities within assigned categories.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers.
• Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitive activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to ensure effective execution of category strategies.
• Oversee inventory management and supply chain efficiency for the assigned categories.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in category management, brand management, or strategic sourcing within the FMCG industry .
• Proven track record of driving category growth and profitability.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent understanding of retail operations and consumer purchasing behavior.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• Significant influence on category strategy and business direction.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment within a leading FMCG company.