Roles and Responsibilities: - Buy, range and manage the category based on the demands and expectations of our customers. - Develop the category strategy (business plan) annually and review quarterly. - Prepare the annual category budget with Finance Input. - Ensure fair, consistent and competitive pricing on all merchandise. - Achieve category Sales and Gross Profit Budgets. - Monthly reporting and ad hoc reviews of category financial performance. - Analysis and monitoring of market activities for threats and opportunities. - Identify and source new products and suppliers from both India and overseas, also consolidate the number of suppliers for existing products where commercially appropriate. - Evaluate products to be ranged and deleted. - Negotiate and set up buyer contract and negotiate promotional plans and rebates with suppliers - Ensure all deadlines are met for the category in all areas. - Manage the launch of new products into the market to ensure first to market for all critical new lines. - Work with the assistant buyer to develop item level and promotional forecasting. - Update and adjust store and promotional models. - Respond to customer complaints regarding category products. - Prepare advertising submissions and attend relevant meetings to brief advertising agency. - Check advertised offers to ensure adequate stock to cover promotional demand. - Analyze effectiveness of promotions. - Ensure Buying process and policies are implemented with regards to pricing, recalling of stock, advertising and introduction on new lines Desired Candidate Profile: - 5+ years experience as a Buyer in a Food/ Staples/ Dairy Segment. - Strong negotiation skills. - Accurate numerical and analytical skills. - Strong analytical ability and ability to synthesizing information into actionable objectives, planning and outcomes. - Good fundamental understanding of analytical & communication tools. - Ability to generate and present actionable recommendations to a diverse range of stakeholders. - Capable of managing and executing complex project management tasks. - Data-driven thinking. - Highly creative and innovative approach. - Strong collaborative & growth mindset. - Strong People management skills.

Mumbai

Crofarm - Category Manager - Food & Non Food 

Job Description for Crofarm - Category Manager - Food & Non Food  in CROFARM AGRIPRODUCTS PRIVATE LIMITED in  Mumbai for (4-10) years of experience. Apply Now!