Category Manager

Targets of the position:

• Develop his categories so that all SKU`s have strong volume and excellent quality.
• In order to do so he does everything possible to become an expert of his categories with excellent knowledge of the local as well as international markets.
• Develop as many Private Labels as possible.
• Ensure lowest cost and best terms and conditions for the company.
• He works with all departments in collaboration in each subject, in order to get the best results for the company.
• In order to stay ahead of competition it is required to apply the principle of economy to the maximum extent.

Specific powers and Responsibilities:

• He negotiates all purchasing conditions like purchasing prices, payment days and other relevant terms & conditions like minimum order quantities.
• He has the authority to buy products in exceptional cases if the company has a shortage.
• He suggests items to be added to his categories.
• He suggests items to drop from his categories.
• He decides on additional manufacturers for the production of Private Labels.
• He performs regular quality tests, laboratory tests and tastings inside the company for the items in his category, especially before selecting a new item for the assortment.
• He acts in accordance with the General Principles of Purchasing Policies.
• He clarifies severe quality issues and suggests necessary actions.
• He follows up existing contracts with suppliers, and prior to the end of the duration he decides on new contracts.
• He informs the regions about important legal information or modifications, new purchasing conditions, packaging modifications.
• In case of shortages he decides on the volume by region.
• He decides which supplier is in charge for deliveries to the different regions.
• He decides on laboratory tests for new and existing products.
• He is authorized to sign Purchasing contracts together with the Central Purchasing Officer.