| Achieving all KPIs and targets as directed by the head office |
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| responsible for pricing, branding and promotion of that product |
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| group with the goal to optimize sales |
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| Develop a commercial mindset as well as understanding |
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| consumers& wants and needs |
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| Ensuring company product categories along with displays are |
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| optimized for sales and marketing |
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| Producing, adapting, and advising on display and current |
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| marketing materials as needed. |
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| Planning and implementing planograms for shelf displays |
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| Duties & Responsibilities |
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| Analyze data or insights to determine industry and consumer trends |
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| Devise long-term development strategies for product categories |
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| Develop exit strategies for unsuccessful products |
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| Foster trust relationships with vendors to achieve better pricing and quality of services |
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| Determine the positioning of a product category to maximize visibility |
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| Liaise with marketing teams to determine competitive pricing and promotional activities of a product category |
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| Collaborate with buyers and merchandisers to expand product categories |
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| Coordinate forecasts for product demand to ensure the sustainability of inventory |
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| Assume responsibility for budget development and revenue for the category |
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| Skills & Competencies: |
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| An excellent grasp of spatial, design, and promotional planning. |
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| Up to date with the latest category management principles. |
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| Proficient at evaluating current business retail practices. |
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| Ability to write well and generate reports on market activity. |
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| Possess great negotiation and interpersonal skills. |
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| Ability to think from a consumer perspective and understand |
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| buying behaviour. |
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| Analytical, creative, and goal-driven thinking. |
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| Leadership skills |
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| Efficiency and Effectiveness |
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| Qualifications |
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| Member CIM, SLIM or Degree in marketing |
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| 5 + years’ experience retail marketing |
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