Junior Category Manager

 

Recruiter:

Unite Recruiting

Job Ref:

JHB000041/CW

Date posted:

Sunday, September 18, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa


JOB SUMMARY:
Junior Category Manager (BEE)
 
Must have sound knowledge of the retail and industrial sector, advanced knowledge of marketing principles and pricing strategies,
knowledge of market conditions, great negotiation skills and knowledge of competitor products.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Minimum Requirements
  • Matric
  • Tertiary qualification or relevant marketing degree/diploma (i.e. BCom. IMM GSM) recommended
  • Proven track record with progression within a company
  • 3-5 years’ experience in the Hand Tool Industry preferable
  • Valid code 08 driver’s license and own reliable transport
  • Willing to travel

Responsibilities (not limited to)
  • Successfully bring product to market
  • Ensure product profitability and ROI
  • Ensure selling tools are updated and freely available
  • Achieve and exceed targeted turnover
  • Maintain and exceed GP % & Rands banked
  • Successful launch of new products
  • Achieve forecast unit sales
  • Maintain stock turn and inventory days
  • Analyze markets to identify market threats and opportunities
  • Develop marketing strategy
  • Identify opportunity for new product introduction from current customers, new customers, or other sources
  • Create and update product manual for sales training and internal stakeholders
  • Provide sales training on product, and at new product launches
  • Conduct on the job training by co-travelling with sales team
  • Train customer on product related topics
  • Marker brand corporate identity, market promotions and meet advertising deadlines
  • Ensure accuracy of catalogues, templates, broadsheets, & online platforms
  • Spokesperson and communication with stakeholders
  • Negotiate and build relationships with suppliers and support customers
  • Design buying and planning strategies
  • Adhere to Consumer Protection Act

 

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