Exciting opportunity to join a Global Brand – based in the friendly Port Elizabeth area!

Our client is looking for a CATERGORY MANAGER, the right individual will join their Marketing Team.

We are looking for an individual with 5 years+ experience in FMCG Retail (Groceries), a professional individual who can handle the full portfolio involving Distribution Management, Retail Margins, as well as Replenishment Management.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:       PERMANENT

SECTOR:                       FMCG

START DATE:                 IMMEDIATE / A.S.A.P

DUTIES:

• Achieve budgeted sales targets and budgeted gross profit for both cost centres.
• Manage Stock Holding to budgeted levels.
• Management of inbound supplier service levels.
• KVI price management.
• Drive sales and manage expenses and recoveries in line with the budget.
• Manage GP percentages per category & recoveries from suppliers.
• Verify pricing claims for drop shipment and direct suppliers.
• Effective communication with customers (internal and / or external).
• Align supplier strategy with the organisation’s overall business strategy.
• Monitor and manage the dog line products.
• Replenish stock at competitive prices.
• Data management through AS400.
• Liaise with retailers and build relationship to negotiate deals and ensuring the maintenance of the required stock levels within the warehouse.
• Be part of advertising / consumer

REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric and a National certificate / Diploma in Marketing Management or similar, or a Diploma or Degree in Purchasing or Commerce (Recommended)
• 5 years’ experience in Retail or Marketing environment (NOT NEGOTIABLE)

Apply on our website at www.statusstaffing.com or e-mail sabina@statusstaffing.com today.

Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.  We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.