FMCG Category Strategy Lead (Hybrid)

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

International training

Collaborative culture

Bonus potential

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a strategic Category Manager for a key FMCG product category from their Durban office. You will oversee assortment, pricing, promotions, and shelf space, collaborating with suppliers, sales, and marketing to maximize profitability.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 years in category management, merchandising, or brand management within FMCG, plus strong data analysis and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related discipline.
• 6+ years in category management, merchandising or brand management in FMCG.
• Proven ability to analyze data and translate insights into strategies.
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Excellent understanding of retail operations and FMCG distribution channels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies to drive sales and profitability.
• Manage product assortment, pricing, promotions, and shelf space with retailers.
• Analyze category performance, sales data and market insights for growth opportunities.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships to negotiate favorable terms.
• Collaborate with marketing to develop in-store and online promotions.
• Monitor competitor activities and market trends to maintain a competitive edge.

Skills

Category management

Data analysis

Negotiation

Relationship management

Retail operations

FMCG market knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing

Job description

Placements24 in Durban seeks a strategic Category Manager for a key FMCG product category from their Durban office. You will oversee assortment, pricing, promotions, and shelf space, collaborating with suppliers, sales, and marketing to maximize profitability.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 years in category management, merchandising, or brand management within FMCG, plus strong data analysis and negotiation skills.