
Category manager
IMEX GROUP
Job description:
Imex Group is looking for a Category Manager who will be responsible for the pricing, overall promotion and management of a product category to maximize consumer appeal.
Job responsibilities
․ Analyze data or insights to determine industry and consumer trends·
․ Develop and implement effective strategic plans for product categories·
․ Build trust relationships and negotiate with partners to achieve better pricing and quality of services·
․ Place appropriate orders to ensure product availability that meets consumer demands·
․ Determine competitive pricing and promotional activities of a product category·
․ Collaborate with buyers and merchandisers to expand product categories·
․ Make forecasts for product demand to ensure the sustainability of inventory·
․ Assume responsibility of budget development and revenue for category
Required qualifications
․ Higher education (preferable in business administration, marketing or related fields)·
․ Work experience as category manager or similar role will be plus·
․ Proficient in MS Office·
․ Excellent knowledge of Russian and English languages ·
․ Excellent communication skills·
․ Solid knowledge of category management, marketing and sales principles·
․ Understanding of data analysis and forecasting methods·
․ An analytical mind with a strategic ability