Category Manager: Butchery - Eastern Cape

Hire Resolve; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen Category Manager für die Fleischwarenabteilung, der für die Steigerung von Umsatz und Rentabilität verantwortlich ist. In dieser Rolle werden Sie eng mit Einzelhandels- und Lieferantenteams zusammenarbeiten, um wettbewerbsfähige Angebote zu sichern und die Produktentwicklung voranzutreiben. Sie werden auch für die Analyse von Markttrends verantwortlich sein, um fundierte Einkaufsentscheidungen zu treffen. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für die Lebensmittelbranche haben und Ihre Verhandlungsfähigkeiten unter Beweis stellen möchten, ist diese Position ideal für Sie.

Qualifications

• Mindestens 5 Jahre Erfahrung in der Fleischindustrie.
• FMCG-Einkaufserfahrung ist unerlässlich.

Responsibilities

• Verhandeln von Preisen und Aktionen mit Lieferanten.
• Überwachen und Verwalten von Lagerbeständen und Serviceleistungen.

Skills

Verhandlungsgeschick

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Interpersonelle Fähigkeiten

Finanzielle und administrative Kenntnisse

SAP-Kenntnisse

Education

National Senior Certificate (Matric)

National Certificate oder Diploma in Marketing Management

Diploma oder Degree in Purchasing oder Commerce

Tools

SAP

Job description

Our client is looking for a Category Manager: Butchery to join their team in the Eastern Cape. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving sales and profitability through effective sourcing, stock management, and promotional planning within the butchery category. This role involves close collaboration with retail butchery teams, strategic supplier negotiations, and proactive category development. The company operates in the retail and distribution sector, supporting independently owned retail outlets across the region.

Responsibilities:

• Negotiate pricing and promotions with suppliers to secure competitive retail offerings.
  
  
• Maintain accurate records of all supplier transactions.
  
  
• Achieve gross profit targets for the distribution centre and retail stores.
  
  
• Monitor and manage stock levels and service performance against budgeted sales.
  
  
• Oversee product ranges within the butchery category.
  
  
• Analyse market trends and consumer behaviour to guide purchasing decisions.
  
  
• Plan and execute sales-driving promotions and innovations.
  
  
• Foster strong relationships with Retail Butchery Managers and Store Owners.
  
  

Requirements:

• National Senior Certificate (Matric).
  
  
• National Certificate or Diploma in Marketing Management or a related field (recommended).
  
  
• Diploma or Degree in Purchasing or Commerce (recommended).
  
  
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the butchery industry.
  
  
• Previous FMCG buying experience is essential.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of product range requirements in a supermarket environment.
  
  
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  
  
• Financial and administrative proficiency.
  
  
• Computer literate; SAP experience is advantageous.
  
  
• Proactive, solutions-driven, and innovative.
  
  

Benefits:

• Salary: negotiable.

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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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