I am recruiting a highly driven and strategic Category Manager for a fast paced , dynamic, and expanding business to oversee and optimize a defined category of products/services. The role involves developing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, analyzing market trends, and driving profitability while ensuring customer satisfaction. You will play a key role in shaping the product mix, pricing, promotions, and long-term growth strategy of the category.

Key Duties

• Develop and execute the category strategy aligned with business goals.

• Analyze sales data, customer insights, and market trends to identify opportunities and risks.

• Define and manage the product assortment, pricing, and promotional activities.

• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to maximize profitability.

• Monitor category performance metrics (sales, margin, stock levels, turnover, etc.) and recommend corrective actions.

• Collaborate with marketing, supply chain, finance, and sales teams to ensure effective execution of category plans.

• Conduct regular competitor and market analysis to stay ahead of trends.

• Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors, ensuring compliance with company policies.

• Drive innovation and new product introductions within the category.

• Optimize inventory levels and ensure efficient supply chain management.

Experience required

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field (preferred not essential)

• Proven experience (X+ years) as a Category Manager, Buyer, or similar role.

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data-driven decision-making.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Strategic thinker with a customer-centric and commercial mindset.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

• Familiarity with retail, food, or FMCG industry is a strong plus.