Lead Category Strategist
1 month ago
Job Objective: As a Senior Category Manager, your primary role will be to establish the strategic direction for the category, implement targeted innovations based on market analysis and global trends, and create a robust annual promotional strategy that integrates key product launches and promotional events throughout the year. The key performance indicators (KPIs) for this role include Sales, Margin, and Inventory Management, alongside a commitment to enhancing our sustainability initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Development
• Analyze competitive landscape and identify market opportunities both locally and internationally.
• Formulate a comprehensive category strategy that positions us as leaders in innovation, continuously enhancing and evolving the category, while effectively communicating our unique offerings to customers.
• Ensure customers are consistently informed about our unique selling propositions.
• Define the optimal product assortment that aligns with both the Category and Company objectives.
Innovation and Revenue Growth
• Drive sales growth and meet profitability benchmarks.
• Spearhead the development of Own Brand and Private Label products, maintaining a steady flow of new offerings that reflect industry trends.
• Guarantee that all products adhere to our sustainability standards and ingredient policies, reinforcing our strategic differentiators.
• Ensure our online presence accurately represents the category strategy.
Inventory Management
• Facilitate the movement of slow-selling items to introduce innovative products.
• Establish negotiations for new product lines to protect stock levels where feasible.
Data-Driven Decision Making
• Leverage data analysis to inform strategic decisions, ultimately driving increased sales performance.
Supplier Engagement and Trade Relations
• Cultivate sustainable relationships with suppliers.
• Negotiate optimal trade terms to maintain competitive advantages.
Promotional Strategy
• Curate monthly promotional selections aimed at boosting sales, fostering innovation, and enhancing customer acquisition.
In-Store Management
• Oversee product assortment, planogram development, and in-store communication strategies.
Qualifications
• Candidates should embody the brand ethos.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in FMCG retail or related sectors as a Buyer or Senior Buyer, preferably within the food industry.
• Relevant tertiary education in Retail or Commerce (e.g., BCom) and/or professional qualifications are preferred.
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