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loacation Kenilworth - Cape Town, South Africa
loacation Kenilworth - C..........South Africa

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! To compile and execute the category plans in line with the strategy, objectives and category group guidelines on format/margin and assortment strategies. To optimize the performance of the assigned categories by having clear category plans in place that are aligned to the strategy, category group guidelines and being customer focused Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s Degree preferable  3- 5 Years Retail experience and Category Management experience Knowledge of General Merchandise within the respective categories would be advantageous Strong Financial Background, SAP knowledge is an added advantage Competencies Strong commercial and financial acumen Proven multi-category management capability Excellent negotiation and influencing skills Strategic thinking with hands-on execution Analytical, data-driven decision making Leadership and talent development Key Responsibilities Negotiation Understands negotiating position, key drivers, and desired outcomes; develops and presents factual, rational, and compelling arguments to build support and gain commitment from other parties; understands when to engage in counter-negotiations to reach win-win outcomes Manages disagreements and conflicts by using diplomacy and controlling emotions; anticipates negotiating roadblocks and objections Category Strategy Develops and recommends business strategies that target category-specific growth  Evaluates merchandising plans and their business impact; makes recommendations for modifying plans based on findings   Identifies and recommends process improvements that target performance, quality, work efficiency / cost reduction Category Performance Maintains a solid working knowledge of assigned category, industry, and market; uses knowledge of industry practices, business trends, distribution methods, and the competitive environment to develop buying plans Implements and executes tactical buying plans, ensuring alignment with category-specific growth strategies, as well as Pick n Pay’s overall business strategy. Supplier Relations Communicates regularly with suppliers to mutually share financial and other performance criteria; uses metrics to identify performance gaps and hold suppliers accountable for achieving financial and other mutually agreed upon goals; develops and implements contingency plans to close performance gaps Develops and maintains relationships with suppliers; demonstrates confidence and expertise when interacting with suppliers  Private Brand Strategy and Development  Implements and executes Private Brand category strategy, ensuring alignment with category-specific growth strategies, as well as PnP’s overall business strategy Merchandise Knowledge Applies knowledge of Pick n Pay’s merchandise and current promotions, price changes, and sales to enhance daily work  Develops merchandising solutions to achieve business goals and influence financial performance  Identifies and applies knowledge of key industry trends and market forces in order to positively impact merchandising. Closing date: 01 February 2026 If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Discover who we are

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