Category Manager Sweets & Confectionary

Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiate pricing and contracts and address escalated supplier issues.
New Supplier Acquisition: Identify and onboard new suppliers to expand product offerings and improve sourcing options.
Customer Acquisition: Develop and implement strategies to attract new customers to the category. This might involve targeted marketing campaigns, promotions, or partnerships.
Sales Analysis and Performance Tracking: Analyze sales data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement, track key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on progress.
Market Research: Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences; use this information to inform category strategy.
Product Development: Identify opportunities to introduce new products or improve existing ones; work with suppliers to develop exclusive offerings.
Pricing Strategy: Develop and implement pricing strategies to maximize profitability and competitiveness.
University degree (Master or Bachelor) in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or any Management Degree from a recognized University with at least 5 years of experience in the relevant industry
Functional Skills:

• Proximity to Business & People
• Stakeholder Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Negotiation
• Result Orientation
• Team Leadership
• Growth Mindset
• Problem Analysis

Competencies:

• Excellent levels of subject knowledge & the ability to share & transfer the same to others in a simple, easy to understand manner.
• Analytical & Strategic Competence
• Social skills & Ability to bring about change