Category Manager - FMCG Retail

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Annual bonus opportunities

Retirement plan

Employee discounts

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Category Manager for Klerksdorp FMCG retail operations. You will manage product assortments, pricing, supplier relationships, and in-store execution to grow sales and margins.

The role requires 4+ years in category management, strong analytical and financial modeling skills, and the ability to translate consumer insights into actionable strategies. A Bachelor's degree is required, and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field is required.
• 4+ years in category management, merchandising, or FMCG retail roles.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills; proficient with data analysis tools.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to translate consumer insights into actionable strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies to drive sales and margin growth.
• Manage assortment, pricing, promotions, and planograms for assigned FMCG categories.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and threats.
• Negotiate favorable terms and build strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales to optimize in-store execution and promotions in Klerksdorp.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Negotiation

Supplier management

Consumer insights

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and analytical Category Manager to drive growth and profitability for specific product categories within their FMCG retail operations in Klerksdorp . This role involves managing product assortments, pricing strategies, supplier relationships, and promotional activities to maximize sales performance. You will be responsible for understanding market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscapes to make informed decisions that enhance category performance. The ideal candidate possesses strong commercial acumen and experience within the fast-moving consumer goods environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with overall business objectives to drive sales and margin growth.
• Manage product assortment, pricing, promotions, and planograms for assigned FMCG categories .
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and threats.
• Negotiate favorable terms and build strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop effective in-store execution and promotional campaigns in Klerksdorp retail outlets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in category management, merchandising, or a related role within FMCG retail .
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to understand consumer insights and translate them into actionable strategies.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with annual bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Employee discounts on company products.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the FMCG sector .
• A dynamic…