Category Manager - Snacks & Confectionery

Placements24; Durban; Sur place; ZAR 650 000 - 950 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual bonus

Medical cover

Training & growth

Relocation assistance

Durban team

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Category Manager to lead the Snacks & Confectionery category in Durban. You will shape category strategies, optimize assortment, pricing, promotions, and placement, and partner with sales, marketing, and supply chain.

Candidates bring at least 6 years in FMCG category or brand management, strong analytics, supplier negotiation, and stakeholder management. The role offers a competitive package and relocation support for exceptional Durban-based talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years in category management or brand management within FMCG.
• Proven track record driving category growth and profitability.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills with proficiency in relevant software.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement category strategies to maximize sales and profitability for snacks and confectionery.
• Analyze category performance, market trends, and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and optimize product assortment and planogram execution.
• Collaborate with marketing to develop promotional campaigns and in-store activations.
• Work with the supply chain to ensure optimal stock levels and inventory management.
• Present category reviews and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Connaissances

Category management

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Data interpretation

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing

Outils

Excel

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and analytical Category Manager to oversee their Snacks & Confectionery portfolio in Durban . This role is integral to driving profitable growth by developing and executing category strategies that align with consumer needs and market trends. You will collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to optimize product assortment, pricing, promotions, and placement. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned FMCG professional to take ownership of a key category and shape its future success within a leading organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies to maximize sales and profitability for snacks and confectionery.
• Analyze category performance, market trends, and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and optimize product assortment and planogram execution.
• Collaborate with marketing to develop compelling promotional campaigns and in-store activations.
• Work closely with the supply chain team to ensure optimal stock levels and efficient inventory management.
• Present category reviews and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in category management or brand management within the FMCG sector .
• Proven track record of driving category growth and profitability.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills, with proficiency in relevant software.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional growth.
• Relocation assistance may be available for exceptional candidates.
• Be part of a dynamic team in vibrant Durban .