Senior Category Manager: Growth & Private Label Lead

Clicks Group Limited; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Category Manager based in Cape Town, South Africa, to develop and execute category strategies that exceed financial targets. The role involves negotiating with suppliers, analyzing market trends, and enhancing product differentiation through exclusive brands. Candidates should have a strong background in procurement, category management experience, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment and promotes growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years Category Management experience.
• Experience with local and global supplier networks.
• 2-3 years People Management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category plan for specific product ranges.
• Negotiate favourable trading terms and promotional spend.
• Maintain relationships with existing suppliers and source new ones.
• Support the sourcing and development of private label products.
• Conduct range reviews and analyse consumer buying patterns.

Skills

Strong Financial/Business acumen with a merchant mindset

Planning and organisational skills

Ability to build strong supplier relationships

Competency in all computer packages, i.e. Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving and analytical thinking

Strategic thinking and decision making

Project management

Training facilitation

Education

B Degree or Diploma in Retail, Purchasing Management or similar

Job description

A leading retail company is seeking a Category Manager based in Cape Town, South Africa, to develop and execute category strategies that exceed financial targets. The role involves negotiating with suppliers, analyzing market trends, and enhancing product differentiation through exclusive brands. Candidates should have a strong background in procurement, category management experience, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment and promotes growth within the company.