Posted on Wed 08th May, 2024 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)
Grand Oak Limited is part of a team committed to working together across companies. Only by sharing ideas, technologies and talents can the Group achieve and sustain profitable growth Keeping Commitment. We believe that following through on promises is the best way to maintain credibility with colleagues, employees and customers Continuous Improvement.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Category Manager
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Functionally Reports To: Director, Prime SBU
Administratively Reports To: Director Prime, SBU
Job Description
The Category manager is responsible for overall Portfolio strategy and is tasked with leading the Brand Business Managers in the execution of all business activities as per Plan in defining and executing the strategic direction on the business of tomorrow with close collaboration with other cross functional teams.
Duties & Responsibilities
Create and lead strategic long-term plan for the development and growth of the category
Analyze data or insights to determine industry, competitor and consumer trends regarding the brands and category
Own the P&L of the brands within the categories
Own program optimization across brands to drive best in class execution and brand growths
Lead the integration of brand PR in the marketing communication mix
Manage and develop brand managers
Lead the innovation pipeline in collaboration with the Innovation Team
Lead the renovation projects in collaboration with the Renovation Team
Lead material planning in partnership with Supply Chain
Lead production planning in partnership with the production Team
Develop exit strategy for unsuccessful brands / SKUs
Build and drive relationships with key suppliers and support agencies to improve pricing, quality brands, and executions
Lead category pricing, benchmarking, and promotions across channels
Manage stock and material relationship with Supply chain to ensure product availability meets demand
Create forecasts for brand demand to ensure sustainability of inventory/materials
Manage budget development and revenue for the category
Key Performance Indicators:
Category Sales Performance: Analysing sales data and trends within the category to drive revenue growth, achieve sales targets, and optimize product assortment.
Inventory Management: Efficiently managing inventory levels, turnover rates, and SKU rationalization within the category to minimize stockouts and excess stock.
Margin Improvement: Maximizing category profitability through effective pricing strategies, promotion planning, and negotiation with suppliers.
Market Share Growth: Working on initiatives to increase the category's market share through innovative marketing campaigns, product placement strategies, and customer engagement.
Assortment Optimization: Evaluating and optimizing the assortment mix within the category based on consumer preferences, market trends, and profitability metrics.
Supplier Relationships: Managing and enhancing relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable and cost-effective supply chains for the category's products.
Job Requirements & Person Specification
Bachelor's Degree in Data Analytics / Statistics / Marketing or Related Social Sciences.
8 + years experience within Brand Marketing (FMCG preferred)
MSc in Statistics, Data Analytics or an MBA in Marketing or Business Administration would be an advantage
Self-motivated and able to work to own initiative and be hands on
High level of personal organization and attention to detail
Autonomy and ability to drive own agenda
A positive 'can-do' attitude with creative flair
Results driven with strong commercial awareness, including full budget management
Capable of problem solving in fast-paced environment
Good strategic thinker with desire to make an impact
Lots of passion for developing brands and ability to influence stakeholders with confidence
Team leader with ability to build strong relationships
Strong analytical skills (IRI / Nielsen / IWSR)
Strong experience in creative / production processes, design and implementation, research and development
A good understanding of advertising agencies and the ability to plan, measure and execute marketing campaigns and strategies
Strong understanding of product marketing and good experience in managing the marketing of a product and liaising within teams and external agencies ATL / BTL
Strong decision-making ability, both in tactical and strategic situations
Comfortable to adapt to change
Strong experience in creative/production & marketing processes
Key Competency Requirements:
Creative and innovative thinking.
Strong business acumen with appreciation for commerciality
Solid analytical and influencing skills.
Thorough and creative problem-solving abilities, strong verbal, and written presentation skills.
Must be able to manage multiple initiatives with strong execution orientation and proper project management abilities.
Previous brand marketing experience in an FMCG
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resumes / CVs to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.