Category Merchandising Manager - FMCG/Agri

Key Responsibilities

Category Management:

- Develop and implement category strategies.

- Assess commodity prices and conduct competitive benchmarking.

- Conduct market research for trends and opportunities.

- Analyze sales data to identify improvement areas.

- Source new products and suppliers.

- Negotiate terms and pricing with suppliers.

- Monitor inventory levels and market trends.

- Collaborate with marketing for promotional campaigns and pricing strategies.

Merchandising:

- Execute merchandising plans to enhance the in-store experience.

- Determine product placement and displays.

- Work with store operations on merchandising initiatives.

- Review sales data to assess merchandising strategies.

- Stay updated on industry trends and innovative techniques.

Supplier Relationship Management:

- Maintain strong supplier relationships and negotiate terms.

- Collaborate on new product launches and promotions.

- Evaluate supplier performance and ensure compliance.

- Participate in supplier meetings and industry events.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

- Develop marketing strategies and promotional plans with the marketing team.

- Ensure seamless execution of initiatives with store operations.

- Provide product training to store staff.

- Collaborate with finance on category performance and profitability.