FMCG Category Manager: Growth, Strategy & Insights

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Employee benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Category Manager for our FMCG client in Polokwane, Limpopo. You will shape category strategy, optimize assortment, and lead pricing and promotions to grow profitability in retail settings.

Applicants should have 4+ years in category/brand management within FMCG, strong analytical skills, and excellent negotiation and communication abilities. Experience with retail partners and cross-functional teams is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of category management experience in FMCG.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop category strategies aligned with company goals and market opportunities.
• Analyze sales data, trends, and competitors to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage product assortment, pricing, and promotions for assigned categories.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

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

Tools

Category management software

Category management tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Category Manager for our FMCG client in Polokwane, Limpopo. You will shape category strategy, optimize assortment, and lead pricing and promotions to grow profitability in retail settings.

Applicants should have 4+ years in category/brand management within FMCG, strong analytical skills, and excellent negotiation and communication abilities. Experience with retail partners and cross-functional teams is a plus.