Strategic FMCG Category Growth Manager (Mahikeng)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Provident fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Category Manager for our client in Mahikeng, North West. You will drive category growth, optimize portfolios and develop plans to improve market share and profitability across assigned categories.

You will analyze category performance, leverage consumer insights and collaborate with sales, marketing and supply chain to execute category plans. A strong analytical mindset and FMCG experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Marketing/Business Admin/Economics or related field.
• 4–6 years in category/brand management or FMCG.
• Strong analytical, data interpretation and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies to drive sales, market share, and profitability.
• Analyze performance, trends, and competition to identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales and supply chain to implement go-to-market plans.
• Manage product portfolio including launches, rationalization and lifecycle management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing / Business Administration / Economics or related field

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

Category management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Category Manager for our client in Mahikeng, North West. You will drive category growth, optimize portfolios and develop plans to improve market share and profitability across assigned categories.

You will analyze category performance, leverage consumer insights and collaborate with sales, marketing and supply chain to execute category plans. A strong analytical mindset and FMCG experience are essential for success.