The role
We are looking for a highly driven Category Manager to take ownership of a product
category and lead it to strong growth and profitability. The role is strategic,
involving supplier partnerships, joint business planning (JBPs), commercial
negotiations, and overall category performance management. You will ensure we
deliver competitive pricing, have strong stock availability, healthy margins,
and a best-in-class assortment for our customers.
Experience working in a large supermarket chain or FMCG
retail environment is strongly preferred.
Key responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end performance of the assigned category, including
sales, margin, pricing, and rebates.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving trust and
long-term growth partnerships.
- Negotiate trading terms, rebates, and promotional support to ensure
category profitability.
- Lead joint business plans (JBPs) with key suppliers to drive
innovation, marketing support, and growth.
- Manage category assortment – ensuring a balance of core everyday
products and unique differentiated items.
- Track and analyze performance metrics including sales trends, stock
cover, margins, and supplier performance.
- Drive customer-focused category strategies that align with
Greenspoon’s positioning as an everyday online supermarket.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, marketing, and
finance to ensure seamless execution of promotions, campaigns, and
launches.
- Continuously monitor competitor activity and market trends to inform
pricing and category strategy.
Qualifications and
experience
- Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, procurement, or a
related field.
- Experience in category management, procurement, or buying –
preferably in a large supermarket chain, FMCG, or retail environment.
- Proven track record in supplier negotiations, joint business
planning, and delivering margin improvements.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to analyze data and make
strategic decisions.
- Excellent relationship management and communication skills.
- Highly organized, proactive, and able to work independently in a
fast-paced environment.
How to Apply
