Category Manager - Dairy & Cheese Products - Retail

We are currently looking for Category Manager with one of our retail client based at Mumbai:-

Candidate should have experience in dairy, cheese or frozen products.

Job Brief:

To manage category of products for company's product. He will be responsible for the pricing and overall promotion of a product category to maximize consumer appeal. He must have extensive experience in understanding consumer needs and the retail environment and overall increase sales and profitability of business to drive sustainable growth.

Job Description:

- Analyze data or insights to determine industry and consumer trends

- Devise long-term development strategies for product categories

- Vendor Management, supply chain management & Inventory Planning,

- Foster relationships with vendors to achieve better pricing and quality of services

- Place appropriate orders to ensure product availability that meets consumer demands

- Devising store-wise promotional plans and execution of all brand related promotions.

- Liaise with marketing teams to determine competitive pricing and promotional activities of a product category

- Collaborate with buyers and merchandisers to expand product categories

Skill set Requirement:

- Proven experience as category manager or similar role for 6-9 years

- 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