Category Manager/Buyer

4 weeks ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa RS Recruitment Services Full time

Job Title: Category Manager/Buyer - Retail Hardware Industry

Job Summary:

RS Recruitment Services is assisting a leading organisation in the retail hardware industry to recruit a Category Manager/Buyer to be based at their offices. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the timber, openings & joinery and flat sheet & boards category at a regional level.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and improve loyalty of retailers in conjunction with regional teams.
  • Manage organic growth for all retailers in the region.
  • Drive group volumes by negotiating attractive deals with preferred suppliers.
  • Manage supply chain and conduct regular meetings with regional and national suppliers.
  • Manage supplier trade agreements in conjunction with central office.
  • Manage all promotional deals and pricing of promotions in the region.
  • Negotiate and achieve budgeted drop shipment and retail gross profits.
  • Grow the category in line with regional and national sales growth.
  • Offer leadership and advice to retailers in respect of category related issues.
  • Address all retailer queries regarding supplier issues and communicate effectively with all affected parties.

Requirements:

  • Matric mandatory.
  • National Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Marketing Management or similar.
  • A minimum of 2 to 3 years buying experience in the FMCG retail environment.
  • Experience with purchasing timber, joinery, doors cabinets, and openings, an advantage.
  • 3-5 years in-store retail management experience.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Remuneration:

R40 000 to R45 000 basic + R21k car allowance + medical aid. Annual incentive (not guaranteed and dependent on performance).



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