Category Manager - FMCG

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Health benefits

Career progression

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking an experienced Category Manager to lead a key FMCG product category. You will shape category strategy, optimize assortment, pricing and promotions, and collaborate with sales, marketing and supply chain to drive growth and profitability.

You will analyze data, monitor market trends, and partner with suppliers to develop and launch initiatives that improve market share. The role demands strong analytical and strategic thinking, excellent communication, and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 5+ years in category management, brand management, or strategic marketing in FMCG.
• Proven track record in driving category growth and profitability.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities; hybrid work capable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business goals and market trends.
• Analyze category performance, sales data, and consumer insights to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage product assortment, pricing, and promotional activities for the category.
• Collaborate with suppliers, marketing, and sales to ensure successful launches and campaigns.
• Monitor competitive dynamics to maintain a competitive edge for the category.

Skills

Category management

Strategic thinking

Analytical

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing

MBA preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dominant force in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry, is seeking a strategic and experienced Category Manager to join their team in Paarl, Western Cape. This pivotal role involves overseeing a specific product category, driving category growth, and optimizing the product mix to meet consumer demands and business objectives. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and supply chain, to develop and implement category strategies that enhance profitability and market share. The role operates on a hybrid model, blending office-based collaboration with remote work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies that align with overall business goals and market trends.
• Analyze category performance, sales data, and consumer insights to identify growth opportunities and develop action plans.
• Manage product assortment, pricing, and promotional activities for the assigned category.
• Collaborate with suppliers, marketing, and sales teams to ensure successful product launches and effective campaign execution.
• Monitor competitive activities and market dynamics to maintain a competitive edge for the category.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in category management , brand management, or strategic marketing, ideally within FMCG .
• Proven track record in driving category growth and profitability.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities, comfortable in a hybrid work setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other employee benefits.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Be a key decision-maker for popular FMCG brands .
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.