FMCG Category Manager

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic FMCG Category Manager to join our Centurion team. You will develop category strategies, analyze sales data, optimize assortment, and drive growth through pricing, promotions, and merchandising in a hybrid office/remote setup.

Collaborate with marketing, sales, and operations to execute initiatives, monitor performance, and report insights to senior management. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years in category management within FMCG.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in category management or a related role within FMCG.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Proven ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers and drive commercial agreements.
• Excellent understanding of retail and consumer dynamics within FMCG.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive category strategies aligned with overall business objectives.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and consumer behavior to identify growth opportunities and category challenges.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and optimize product assortment for maximum profitability.
• Develop and execute effective pricing, promotion, and merchandising plans for assigned categories.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution of category initiatives.
• Monitor category performance, track key metrics, and provide regular reporting and actionable insights to senior management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Category management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or related field

Tools

Data reporting tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a strategic and analytical FMCG Category Manager to join their team in Centurion . This role is integral to optimizing the performance of product categories by leveraging market insights, supplier relationships, and commercial acumen. You will be responsible for developing category strategies, managing product assortments, and driving profitable growth through effective pricing, promotion, and merchandising plans. The position requires a blend of analytical rigor, commercial negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods market . This hybrid role allows for focused office-based work and remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive category strategies aligned with overall business objectives. Analyze sales data, market trends, and consumer behavior to identify growth opportunities and category challenges. Manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and optimize product assortment for maximum profitability. Develop and execute effective pricing, promotion, and merchandising plans for assigned categories. Collaborate with marketing, sales, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution of category initiatives. Monitor category performance, track key metrics, and provide regular reporting and actionable insights to senior management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in category management or a related role within the FMCG industry . Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools. Proven ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers and drive commercial agreements. Excellent understanding of retail and consumer dynamics within the FMCG sector. Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Benefits

Competitive salary package and annual performance bonus. Comprehensive health and wellness benefits. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Hybrid work model offering a balance between office collaboration and remote flexibility. Dynamic and supportive work environment with exposure to leading FMCG brands.