Job Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!To compile and execute the Fruit 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 focusedMinimum requirementsPreferably relevant university Degree3+ years retail Buying and Category Management experience essential (Fruit will be an added advantage)Proven and consistent success on financial KPIsExtensive commercial knowledgeIn-depth knowledge of store operations combined with category knowledge and in store executionSAP knowledge is an added advantageCompetenciesSound knowledge of buying fundamentals and in depth knowledge of product costingsAbility to understand building of recipes and factoring in various relatable costs, from raw material to packagingAbility to understand and analyse complex detailed information to identify the source of the issues and recommend solutions to enhance the category performanceHave the understanding of all Commercial levers in Foods retailCommercial and Financial AcumenJudgement and Decision MakingNetworking and Relationship BuildingExcellent Communications skills (Verbal and Written)Sound Negotiation and Influencing skillsGood Presentation skillsKey responsibilitiesUnderstand negotiating position, key drivers, and desired outcomes; develop and present factual, rational, and compelling arguments to build support and gain commitment from other parties; understand when to engage in counter-negotiations to reach win-win outcomesAnticipate negotiating roadblocks and objections, ensuring any contractual agreements entered into are structured according to the regulatory controls in placeDevelop and recommend business strategies that target category-specific growthEvaluate merchandising plans and their business impact; make recommendations for modifying plans based on findingsIdentify and recommend process improvements that target performance, quality, work efficiency / cost reductionMaintain a solid working knowledge of assigned category, industry, and market; use knowledge of industry practices, business trends, distribution methods, and the competitive environment to develop buying plansImplement and execute tactical buying plans, ensuring alignment with category-specific growth strategies, as well as Pick n Pays overall business strategyIntegrate with Store Operations and Store teams to drive the implementation of the category planCommunicate regularly with suppliers to mutually share financial and other performance criteria; use metrics to identify performance gaps and hold suppliers accountable for achieving financial and other mutually agreed upon goals; develop and implement contingency plans to close performance gapsDemonstrate confidence and expertise when interacting with suppliers whilst reinforcing the importance of Pick n Pays values, buying strategies and corporate initiativesImplement and execute Private Brand category strategy, ensuring alignment with category-specific growth strategies, as well as PnPs overall business strategyDevelop and implement action plans to enable the attainment of financial goals, leveraging knowledge of factors and trends that are likely to impact financial performance of the categoryClosing date: 10 September 2024If 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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