Category Manager (Audio Visual Products/ TWS)

Growth Hub Consultants

Looking for a Category Manager to manage a group or category of products for our company. The person would be the one responsible for the pricing and overall promotion of a product category to maximize consumer appeal both online and offline. Relationships with vendors and product range management will also be part of his/her duties. The goal is to increase sales and profitability of businesses to drive sustainable growth.

JD for the profile:

• Analyze data or insights to determine industry and consumer trends
• Devise long-term development strategies for product categories
• Develop exit strategies for unsuccessful products
• Foster trust relationships with vendors to achieve better pricing and quality of services
• Place appropriate orders to ensure product availability that meets consumer demands
• Determine the positioning of a product category to maximize visibility
• Liaise with marketing teams to determine competitive pricing and promotional activities of a product category
• Collaborate with buyers and merchandisers to expand product categories
• Make forecasts for product demand to ensure the sustainability of inventory
• Assume responsibility of budget development and revenue for category.

Requirements and Skills:

• Experience as category manager or similar role.
• 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.