Our client in the FMCG industry is looking to hire a CATEGORY MANAGER.

Job Location; Mombasa

JOB PURPOSE:

The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning and executing strategies of respective categories across the sales & distribution, marketing and part of the supply chain functions to satisfy consumer and maximize sales.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage sales team for improving sales of a specific category of products
• Develop selling strategies based on with company’s competitive and success elements.
• Assist in coordinating and executing the business tactics for development, marketing and sales of the products in the category.
• Develop and execute category plans to meet revenue goals.
• Manage inventory levels to maximize sales. This is through ensuring that merchandise is present at all points of sale.
• Assist in preparing capital budget plan and expense management plan.
• Make changes to the product line to increase profit margin.
• Respond to customer’s queries about new products.
• Implement monthly promotional strategies to achieve sales goals. Planning, budgeting and executing of advertising and promotional activities for the category, leveraging on consumer marketing platforms.
• Negotiate price changes with vendors and inform the changes to relevant departments of the organization.
• Analyze customer requirements and develop product promotions to drive sales.
• Address customer queries and concerns in a timely fashion
• Perform customer negotiations and determine new customer contract terms.
• Stay updated on industry trends and market competitions. Benchmarking and implementing best practices in category management & respective areas of work
• Attend industry events and trade shows for promoting company products.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS;

• Degree in Sales and Marketing
• CIM Certificate
• At-least 5 year(s) relevant experience
• Functional Skills; Team management, Persuasive communication, Analytical skills, Negotiation skills, Creative thinking
• General Skills; Teamwork, Communication Skills, IT skills, Customer Service, Time Management

All applications should be done on or before close of business 2nd July 2021 on link to the email below:

https://reedsafricaconsult.com/job/vacant-fmcg-category-manager/

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted