Remote FMCG Category Analyst - Data-Driven Growth

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Category Analyst for a fully remote role in the FMCG sector. You will analyze sales data, market trends and consumer behavior to support category managers and drive profitable growth.

The role requires 2+ years in data or category analysis, strong Excel and Power BI skills, and the ability to present findings remotely to stakeholders. You will monitor competitors and forecast demand to guide pricing and assortment decisions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of data/category analysis experience in FMCG/retail.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and data viz software.
• Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Statistics/Economics or related field.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales data, market share, and promotional effectiveness.
• Develop regular reports and presentations on category performance.
• Support category managers in assortment planning, pricing strategies, and promotional planning.
• Monitor competitor activities and industry trends.
• Forecast category sales and inventory requirements.
• Utilize data analysis tools to extract and interpret information.

Skills

Analytical

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Statistics/Economics

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Category Analyst for a fully remote role in the FMCG sector. You will analyze sales data, market trends and consumer behavior to support category managers and drive profitable growth.

The role requires 2+ years in data or category analysis, strong Excel and Power BI skills, and the ability to present findings remotely to stakeholders. You will monitor competitors and forecast demand to guide pricing and assortment decisions.