Job vacancy Category Manager

Overview

An international furniture supply and retail chain is looking for an experienced Category Manager to be stationed in Accra.

• Analyze data or insights to determine industry and consumer trends
• Devise long-term development strategies for product categories
• Develop exit strategies for unsuccessful products
• Foster trust relationships with vendors to achieve better pricing and quality of services
• Place appropriate orders to ensure product availability that meets consumer demands
• Determine the positioning of a product category to maximize visibility
• Liaise with marketing teams to determine competitive pricing and promotional activities of a product category
• Collaborate with buyers and merchandisers to expand product categories
• Make forecasts for product demand to ensure the sustainability of inventory
• Assume responsibility of budget development and revenue for category

Performance Criteria

• Turnover achieved
• Portfolio expansion
• Customer satisfaction
• Lead-to-buyer conversion rate

Required Skills

• Proven experience as a category manager or similar role
• Solid knowledge of category management, marketing and sales principles
• Understanding of data analysis and forecasting methods
• Proficient in MS Office
• An analytical mind with a strategic ability
• Excellent communication and people skills
• BSc/BA in business administration, marketing or related field.

What we offer

• Salary: GHS5,000 (NET)
• 13th month bonus
• Medical Insurance