CATEGORY SPECIALIST
FMCG/RETAIL
WESTERN CAPE

One of the largest retailers in Africa is looking for Category Specialists to head up their different value streams. Be the face of your stream of products and if you are dynamic with excellent communications skills and have the ability to work with a variety of suppliers and people this position will suit you very well.
 
Develop a Customer-centric strategy that incorporates Pricing, Promotions, Assortment and Ranging, Merchandising display, Private label role, Stock planning and Innovation as well as sourcing from key suppliers

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
National Diploma/Degree in Business Administration/Sales/Marketing/Supply chain or related fields
3 years experience in a buying and or category management within an FMCG/Retail environment

SKILLS:
Persuading and Influencing
Relating and networking
Analysing
Writing and Reporting
Creating and Innovating
Adapting and responding to Change
Coping with Pressure and setbacks
Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Relationship Management
People Management
Sales and Profit optimisation
Facilitate customers understanding
Internal stakeholder management
Planning to ensure category performance
Execution of the category plan
Compliance Assurance