job description - Category Manager
Responsibilities
- Manage the purchasing, pricing, and oversight of products within assigned categories.
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize sales and inventory turnover.
- Maintain an open-to-buy plan to ensure proper inventory levels.
- Select products from vendors to meet customer demand and maximize sales opportunities.
- Enhance customer satisfaction by improving product accessibility and assortment.
- Analyze sales trends, competitive landscape, and market dynamics to inform decision-making.
- Develop and execute promotional activities to drive sales and achieve targets.
- Identify and capitalize on opportunities to expand market share and profitability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align category strategies with company objectives.
- Communicate category performance and insights to stakeholders.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
- 2-3 years of experience in category management, retail merchandising, or similar roles.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in managing vendor relationships and negotiating terms.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Results-driven mindset with a focus on achieving targets and driving business growth.
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Konga is Nigeria’s largest online mall and have been in operation for over 7 years. Some of our major feats are winning Great Place to work awards two years in a row.