Category Manager: Liquor - Staff Solutions
Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape 8 hours ago Permanent Salary - Market Related
Category Manager: Liquor
Staff Solutions
Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
Date Created : 8 hours ago
Job Type : Permanent
Salary : Market Related
- Achieve budgeted sales and gross profit targets (DC & Retail)
- Control stock holdings to align with budgeted levels
- Manage inbound supplier service levels
- Oversee KVI (Key Value Item) price management
- Drive sales while managing expenses and supplier recoveries
- Maintain and grow GP percentages across all categories
- Verify pricing claims from drop shipment and direct suppliers
- Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Align supplier strategies with distribution center goals
- Monitor and manage slow-moving (“dog line”) products
- Replenish stock at competitive market prices
- Maintain accurate data using AS400 system
- Negotiate deals and maintain solid retailer relationships
- Ensure optimal stock levels within the warehouse
- Support sales through innovation, promotions, and alignment with consumer trends
- Participate in advertising and promotional initiatives
- Matric (compulsory)
- A National Certificate/Diploma in Marketing Management or similar (advantageous)
- A Diploma or Degree in Purchasing or Commerce (preferred)
- At least 5 years of experience in the liquor industry
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Proficiency in relevant computer systems
- Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
- Previous experience in FMCG buying is essential
- Experience with advertising and promotional strategies
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