I am currently recruiting for a Category Executive so support a Category Manager/Buyer in driving sales, margin, and market share within a defined product category. The role involves supplier management, range planning, promotional execution, and data analysis to ensure the category meets its commercial objectives

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Category Manager in delivering category strategy and annual plans.

• Support product range reviews, new product development, and product lifecycle management.

• Manage day-to-day supplier relationships, negotiations, and queries.

• Track category sales performance, stock levels, margins, and competitor activity.

• Ensure accurate product information, pricing, and availability across all sales channels.

• Support promotional planning, including price reductions, marketing campaigns, and in-store/online activations.

• Monitor consumer and market trends to identify growth opportunities.

• Collaborate with supply chain, marketing, finance, and operations teams to deliver results.

• Prepare regular reports and presentations on category performance and insights.

Skills required

• Strong analytical and numerical ability (Excel proficiency essential).

• Commercial awareness with an understanding of retail/FMCG dynamics.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Highly organized with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.

• Team player with cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Problem-solving mindset with ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field (preferred).

• 1-3 years' experience in buying, merchandising, category management, or a similar role.

• Experience in FMCG/retail/e-commerce is an advantage.

• Strong IT skills: MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

• Exposure to ERP or retail systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) is desirable.