Retail Marketing Category Manager

 

Recruiter:

Pollock & Associates

Job Ref:

J4106B

Date posted:

Tuesday, June 1, 2021

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

CTC package offered based on level of skill and experience


SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a creative and innovative Retail Category Manager who has extensive experience in retail/direct sales of products

POSITION INFO:

To accelerate the rate of new product/category introductions, and to optimize the vast level of Intellectual Property accumulated in the business. You will therefore be able to travel overseas frequently to source and select products internationally. Oversee development of packaging materials, print and POS advertising, manage the brand(s) strategy including TV and other media planning.

Essential Qualification, Experience and Skills:

  • Commercial Degree or Honors in Marketing
  • MBA would be preferable
  • FMCG experience - Retail and/or Direct Sales
  • Creative, innovative and lateral thinker
  • Ability to sell, persuade and negotiate
  • Strong in follow-through and multi-tasking


 

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