The Category Manager is accountable for delivering sales growth, margin expansion, and inventory efficiency across assigned categories
Job Summary
The Category Manager is accountable for delivering sales growth, margin expansion, and inventory efficiency across assigned categories.
This role involves developing strategic plans to achieve financial goals while maintaining strong supplier partnerships through joint business planning.
Candidates must possess strong organizational and negotiation skills to manage complex relationships with both suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Matching Summary
The Category Manager is accountable for delivering sales growth, margin expansion, and inventory efficiency across assigned categories.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
3+ years category management experience
FMCG or multi-category retail background
Advanced Excel and data reporting skills
Strong commercial acumen and negotiation
Supplier partnership and joint business planning
Nice-to-have
International sourcing experience
Project leadership capabilities
Collaborative team culture mindset
Continuous improvement initiative drive
Key Requirements
Degree in Business Management or relevant discipline
At least 3 years of experience in category management or buying roles
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel