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Category Manager
- Full Time, onsite
- Agensi Pekerjaan Luxury Business Solutions (Hiring for Luxury Fashion Client)
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
RM 8,000 - RM 10,000 / month
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Industry : Travel Retail
Office Location : KLIA2
Category Strategy and Planning:
- Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business goals to enhance the Beauty, Confectionary, Toys, FAWJ and Local Products categories.
- Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscape to identify growth opportunities and new product introductions.
- Establish pricing strategies, promotions, and product placement to maximize category profitability.
Supplier Relationships and Negotiations:
- Manage relationships with suppliers, negotiating terms, pricing, and promotional support to secure favourable terms.
- Collaborate with vendors to source exclusive products and align with brand objectives.
- Point of contact with brands on product training for the team.
Product Assortment Optimization:
- Oversee the selection and curation of products within each category to ensure a well-rounded and attractive assortment.
- Monitor inventory levels, stock turnover, and sales performance to make informed decisions about product offerings.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Work closely with the Head of Retail Operations and Marketing to ensure category strategies are aligned with overall business objectives.
- Liaise with regional team to implement global best practices.- Regional Purchasing/Marketing /Cat Man / Supply Chain.
Financial Analysis and Reporting:
- Monitor category performance metrics, sales data, and profitability to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior management, showcasing category achievements and strategies.
Market Insights and Consumer Understanding:
- Conduct regular market research to stay updated on consumer preferences, shopping trends, and competitive activities.
- Translate insights into actionable strategies to drive category growth and customer satisfaction.
Team Leadership and Management:
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and direction to a Category Management Executive.
- Delegate tasks, set performance goals, and conduct regular performance reviews to foster professional development.
In-Store Visual Merchandising:
- Collaborate with Retail and Marketing teams to ensure appealing and effective product displays that enhance customer engagement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
- Proven experience in category management, retail operations, or merchandising, preferably within the duty-free, travel retail, or retail industry.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and motivate a team.
- Analytical mindset and proficiency in data analysis tools to make informed decisions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across different functions.
- Results-oriented approach with a track record of achieving sales targets and category growth.
- Familiarity with Beauty, Confectionary, Toys, FAWJ and Local Products categories is advantageous.
- Knowledge of global and regional market trends in the duty-free industry.
- A pronounced can-do attitude, complemented by the capability to multi-task and the flexibility to handle changing requirements in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: RM8,000.00 - RM10,000.00 per month
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
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