Category Manager
Job Location:
Job Location:
Germiston - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
18 days ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Reference: HC005797-Mbhal-1
Johannesburg
Were looking for a commercially astute Category Manager who can identify market opportunities build strategic supplier partnerships and drive the growth and profitability of a high-performing product portfolio.
This is more than managing productsits about owning an entire category. Youll influence sourcing decisions launch innovative products develop pricing strategies and work closely with sales and operations to ensure commercial success.
If youre passionate about market trends negotiations product strategy and delivering measurable business results this could be your next career-defining move.
Shape the Future of an Entire Product Category
Category Manager Cleaning Chemicals Equipment & Paper Products
Johannesburg
Do you know what makes a product successful long before it reaches the customer
Were looking for a commercially astute Category Manager who can identify market opportunities build strategic supplier partnerships and drive the growth and profitability of a high-performing product portfolio.
This is more than managing productsits about owning an entire category. Youll influence sourcing decisions launch innovative products develop pricing strategies and work closely with sales and operations to ensure commercial success.
If youre passionate about market trends negotiations product strategy and delivering measurable business results this could be your next career-defining move.
Duties & Responsibilities
Why Join Us
Own and grow a strategic product categoryInfluence sourcing pricing and product strategy
Build relationships with leading suppliers
Drive new product innovation and market growth
Partner with cross-functional teams across Sales Operations and Supply Chain
Join a respected organisation with exciting growth opportunities
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute category strategies to maximise sales profitability and market share.
- Identify new product opportunities through market research customer insights and industry trends.
- Source evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and service excellence.
- Manage the full product lifecycle from sourcing and product launches through to ongoing portfolio optimisation.
- Analyse sales performance margins profitability and ROI to make commercially sound recommendations.
- Develop pricing strategies that support business growth while maintaining target margins.
- Monitor competitor activity and market developments to identify opportunities and potential risks.
- Partner with Regional Sales teams to ensure products meet customer and market requirements.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Support product launches through training marketing initiatives and sales enablement.
- Work closely with Supply Chain to ensure product availability and resolve stock-related issues.
- Maintain accurate product information pricing structures and category reporting.
What Were Looking For
Relevant tertiary qualification in Marketing Business Procurement or a related field35 years experience in Category Management Product Management or Commercial Management
Experience within cleaning chemicals hygiene products paper products or related industries will be highly advantageous
Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
Experience managing suppliers and product portfolios
Ability to analyse sales profitability and market data to drive business decisions
Excellent communication relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel and strong reporting capabilities
Willingness to travel with a valid drivers licence and reliable vehicle
Ready to Take Ownership of a Category
If youre a commercially minded professional who enjoys turning market insights into business success wed love to hear from you.Apply today by sending your updated CV to:
Package & Remuneration
R 500 000 - R 600 000
Required Experience:
Manager
