Retail Category Manager

Recruiter:

iLaunch

Job Ref:

CPT000002/Maali

Date posted:

Friday, September 11, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:

Permanent Opportunity in Cape Town

Our Client, an International Retail / FMCG Company, requires a Category Manager to join their Retail team and drive the growth and performance of convenience retail categories.

POSITION INFO:
Job Description Develop and execute category management and sourcing strategies. Manage supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and supplier performance. Drive category profitability through assortment planning, promotions, and pricing strategies. Analyse market trends, consumer insights, and category performance data. Collaborate with dealers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to optimize product offerings and customer experience. Ensure product quality, compliance, and effective category execution across retail sites. Minimum Requirements Matric \/ Grade 12 Degree (NQF Level 7) in Marketing, Sales & Marketing, Business Management, or a related field (advantageous). Minimum 8 years' experience in FMCG, Category Management, Buying, or Retail Merchandising. Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation, and supplier management skills. Experience in category planning, promotions, and contract management. Willingness to travel and conduct site visits.

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