Category Manager - FMCG

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical aid

Pension fund

Career progression

Diverse portfolios

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and analytical Category Manager to join our team in Vereeniging, Gauteng, focusing on a specific FMCG category. You will drive growth and profitability by developing category strategies, optimizing assortment, pricing, promotions, and merchandising, and collaborating with suppliers, sales, and marketing.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years in category management, strong data skills, and a solid understanding of retail and wholesale dynamics.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in category management, preferably within the FMCG industry.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data sets and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Strong understanding of retail and wholesale channel dynamics and consumer purchasing behavior.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proficiency in category management software and MS Office Suite.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies that align with company objectives and market trends.
• Analyze sales data, market share, and competitor performance to identify category opportunities and risks.
• Optimize product assortment, pricing, and promotional plans for assigned categories.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers, negotiating terms and ensuring product availability.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop and execute category growth initiatives.
• Monitor category performance, providing regular reports and recommendations to senior management.

Skills

Category management

Data analysis

Negotiation

Supplier management

MS Office

FMCG knowledge

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

Tools

Excel

Category management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and analytical Category Manager to join their team in Vereeniging , focusing on a specific category within the FMCG sector . This role is responsible for driving the growth and profitability of assigned product categories by developing and implementing effective category strategies. You will work closely with suppliers, sales, and marketing teams to optimize product assortment, pricing, promotions, and merchandising. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of category management principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to leverage market insights to make data-driven decisions that enhance market share and consumer value within the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies that align with company objectives and market trends.
• Analyze sales data, market share, and competitor performance to identify category opportunities and risks.
• Optimize product assortment, pricing, and promotional plans for assigned categories.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers, negotiating terms and ensuring product availability.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop and execute category growth initiatives.
• Monitor category performance, providing regular reports and recommendations to senior management.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in category management, preferably within the FMCG industry .
• Proven ability to analyze complex data sets and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Strong understanding of retail and wholesale channel dynamics and consumer purchasing behavior.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proficiency in category management software and MS Office Suite.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing organization.
• Exposure to diverse product portfolios and strategic category planning.