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Category Manager Jobs in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa at The SPAR Group Ltd
Title: Category Manager
Company: The SPAR Group Ltd
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
SPAR KZN
CATEGORY MANAGER – DL
Purpose of the Position:
To maximize profitability subject to the marketing policy by being in stock of the right product, in the right quantity, at the right price, to achieve targeted sales, gross profit and budgeted stock levels.
Focus Areas for the Position:
- Negotiating with Sales Representatives from Suppliers and maintaining comprehensive records of all transactions with Suppliers.
- Negotiating deals and prices to achieve competitive retail prices and budgeted gross profit for D.C. and Retail.
- Assisting retailers with store standards, specs, ranging, pricing and promotions.
- Achieving targeted sales, stock and GP’s while minimizing out of stocks
- Managing promotions and ability to drive sales to retailers.
- Range selection and management with the inclusion of seasonal products.
Knowledge Competencies:
- Matric
- Thorough knowledge of buying systems and processes essential
- Excellent Negotiating, communication, and interpersonal skills (successful completion of a negotiation skills course will be advantageous)
- Thrives on challenge and a pressurized/demanding work environment
- Strong drive, initiative, sense of urgency and use of innovation to resolve business challenges.
- Degree in Business/Commerce or relevant diploma is required. (Marketing or supply chain management would be advantageous).
- Must have leadership skills and proven record recognising the coaching, mentoring, and training of fellow team members
- A minimum of 5 years buying experience would be advantageous
Prior experience may compensate for qualifications not met.
All appointments are subject to our Affirmative action policy.