Hire Resolve’s client, a leading retail company specializing in high-quality building and home improvement products, is currently seeking a Category Manager to join their dynamic team in Cape Town. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and results-driven professional with expertise in ironmongery to take on a national-level leadership role.
Responsibilities:Strategy Development: Drive category strategies to optimize product assortment, supplier relationships, and customer experience.
Merchandise Solutioning: Develop and implement merchandising plans to maximize sales, market share, and profitability.
Financial Management: Develop and manage budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and achieving financial targets.
Stakeholder Relationships: Collaborate with suppliers, internal teams, and key stakeholders to enhance category performance.
Customer Service: Ensure an optimal customer experience through high-quality product offerings and efficient service delivery.
People Management: Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Requirements:Education: Grade 12 and a relevant tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management, Finance, or Business Administration (essential).
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Category Management or a related field.
At least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
Experience managing a merchandise or related department/division (essential).
Experience in a merchandise, procurement, or sales environment (desirable).
Ironmongery Experience: Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in ironmongery (door handles, door locks, window fittings, door hinges, door bolts, door numbers, skirting door stops, robe hooks, letter plates, etc.) is essential.
National Level Experience: Strong understanding of category management at a national level.
Preference: EE candidates preferred, but the position is open to all qualified candidates.
Benefits:Contact Hire Resolve for you next career-changing move.
Salary: Market related (Negotiable) depending on experience and experience. Apply for this role today, contact Lisa Meyer at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: manufacturing@hireresolve.za.com
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise
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