Job Description
• The category Manager plays a pivotal role in managing a specific product category or group of related categories within our organization. Category Manager will work closely with the FMCG Category Director and cross-functional teams to implement category strategies, optimize product portfolios, and drive growth and profitability. Category Strategy Implementation:• Preparation of the category strategy with the FMCG Category Director.• Contribute to market research, consumer insights analysis, and competitive assessments to support strategy implementation.Product Portfolio Management:• Manage and monitor the product portfolio within the category, including SKU optimization and inventory management.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability and efficient supply chain operations.Sales and Profitability:• Support the achievement of sales and profitability targets for the category.• Analyze sales data, pricing strategies, and promotional performance to optimize revenue and margins.Consumer Insights and Marketing:• Utilize market research, consumer feedback, and data analytics to gain insights into consumer preferences within the category.• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and implement marketing strategies and campaigns.Cross-Functional Collaboration:• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, supply chain, and finance, to execute category strategies.• Participate in fostering alignment across departments to drive category growth.Vendor and Supplier Relations:• Support the management of relationships with suppliers and vendors.• Responsible for in negotiating contracts, terms, and pricing to ensure efficient supply and cost-effectiveness.Promotions and Merchandising:• Contribute to the development and execution of promotional plans and merchandising strategies to drive category sales.• Work closely with the marketing team to create compelling campaigns.Budget Management:• Assist in managing the category budget and ensuring efficient resource allocation.• Contribute to monitoring and reporting on financial performance against the budget.Compliance and Quality Assurance:• Assist in ensuring that products within the category meet quality and compliance standards.• Assist in complying with the regulation authorities of importing company
Preferred Candidate
Years of Experience
Min: 5
Degree
Bachelor's degree / higher diploma