Category Manager
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
Job Description Key Responsibilities 1. Category Strategy & Planning:
- Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business goals.
- Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activities to make data-driven decisions.
- Identify new product opportunities and improve existing assortments.
- In cases requiring deeper involvement, participate in vendor negotiations and factory interactions.
- Work closely with suppliers to optimize costs, terms, and product availability.
- Ensure supplier relationships align with quality, compliance, and ethical sourcing standards.
- Oversee the merchandising team to ensure effective product placement, visual merchandising, and stock rotation.
- Manage stock levels, demand planning, and replenishment strategies to reduce stock-outs and overstocking.
- Coordinate with supply chain and logistics teams for timely product availability.
- Track category performance using key metrics such as sales, margins, stock turns, and profitability.
- Generate reports and insights to optimize category performance.
- Adjust pricing, promotions, and assortment strategies based on sales performance and market feedback.
- Lead a team of merchandisers, ensuring alignment with category goals.
- Provide training and development to enhance team capabilities in merchandising and buying functions.
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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