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The incumbent will be responsible for managing the profitable growth and optimization of resources necessary to support a group of assigned categories.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Assumes responsibility for the sourcing of new items and the development of existing brands, ensuring that product mix is competitive while maximizing profits.
Develops and builds relationships with new and existing vendors and suppliers.
Participates in the negotiation of terms to maximise business profits and deliver best value to customers.
Develops and implements category business plans to support profitable and sustained growth through optimal product selection, pricing, merchandising and promotion.
Develops and maintains comprehensive analysis of assigned categories by vendor, brand, and store as appropriate.
Develops and applies insights gained from analysis in planning activities, and ensures timely and effective communication with all relevant Company personnel, including but not limited to Senior Management and Store Management.
Continuously develops in depth knowledge of product lines; vendors; and consumer shopping trends for assigned categories.
Manages stock levels according to sales trends to ensure effective SKU control and proper inventory levels at all locations.
Creates sales and promotional plans in conjunction with vendor partners and Company Operations personnel, to support outstanding store execution.
Reviews planograms and coordinates with Operations, Merchandising and Store Management to ensure effective execution of same at store level.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE
Undergraduate Degree in Business Management, Marketing or a related field.
Five (5) years’ work experience in a similar capacity.
Previous experience in Consumables and/or a retail/convenience environment would be considered a key asset.
Skills/Abilities considered as assets for the job:
In-depth knowledge of the fundamental principles of the procurement and supply chain process.
Proven ability to lead and manage a team of direct reports.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
Excellent negotiation skills.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
Computer literate and intermediate to advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Excel; Word and PowerPoint.
We accept MS Word, PDF and Rich Text Format. Maximum file size 2MB
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