Assistant Category Manager.In-House Bakery

Jop Purpose

To assist in achieving the department sales, margin, other income and total commercial margin in order to support the company in achieving the sales and bottom-line targets.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the Category Manager in developing and executing category strategies to ensure achievement of sales, margin, and profitability targets.
• · Analyze category sales performance, pricing, and promotional data to identify improvement opportunities and support strategic decision-making.
•  Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of products, promotional materials, and marketing support.
• Monitor inventory levels and product availability to ensure optimal stock management and reduced out-of-stock or overstock situations.
• Assist in planning and implementing promotional campaigns to ensure effective execution and increased category visibility in stores.
• Maintain accurate product and pricing information in the system to ensure data integrity and alignment with commercial policies
• Prepare category performance reports and analyses to ensure management has visibility into key trends and opportunities.
• Follow up on supplier agreements and rebates to ensure timely collection and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Collaborate with merchandising and store operations teams to ensure proper implementation of planograms and alignment with category strategy

Key Competencies

• Bachelor Degree in Business or Engineering 
• Minimum 3 years’ experience within related field.
• Knowledge of using Microsoft office (Excel, Word & PowerPoint).
• Negotiations skills.
• Strong Analytical Skills.
• Strong Communication Skills.
• BI and AI know how.