Category Manager

Job Summary:

To manage a group or category of products for our company. The Category Manager will be the one responsible for the pricing and overall promotion of a product category to maximize consumer appeal. Relationships with suppliers and product range management will also be part of your duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assume responsibility of budget development and revenue for the category
• Devise short term and long-term development strategies for product categories
• Develop trusted relationships with suppliers to achieve better pricing and relevance.
• Follow up on all orders placed by supply chain and ensure stock availability for sales
• Determine the positioning of a product category to maximize visibility.
• Develop marketing campaigns, where required, to increase category/brand, awareness, to determine the right pricing strategy for the brands in the category and promotional activities.
• Collaborate with sales supervisors and sales merchandising supervisors to expand product categories and improve product visibility.
• Make forecasts for product demand to ensure the sustainability of inventory.
• Ensure that products imported comply with local laws
• Gather data to develop knowledge of the category and understanding of the market and consumer insight.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Category Manager or in a similar role, preferably in the supermarket or FMCG industry
• Strong experience in budget management, pricing, promotions, and category performance analysis.
• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, and optimize product ranges.
• Experience in demand forecasting, inventory planning, and stock management.
• Good understanding of market trends, consumer behaviour, and category data analysis.
• Knowledge of local import regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Results-driven, proactive mindset with attention to detail.
• Valid driving licence.