Our client, in the retail Industry, is looking to fill the position of an e-Category Manager - Food

JOB PURPOSE

The e-Category Manager - Food is responsible and accountable for driving the design of E-Commerce products in all categories (i.e. CG, Fresh Food, etc.). In addition, the role holder must maintain conversion rates, click-through rates, number of views, and search but not purchased. He or she will craft the marketing 3P’Ls and lead innovation networks, handle profit and loss (P&L) management and build new business models for categories/brands for consumers online.  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive the categories in both the top line and bottom line through the quality assortment, price, and content.
• Maintain main KPIs, which are conversion rates, click-through rate, number of views, and search but not purchased.
• Responsible for effective price negotiation with the collaboration of the merchandising team to ensure the best prices, deals, and large quantity of goods in three main categories: fresh, CG, and non-food.  
• Deliver selection, profitability, and sales targets by leading the business segment on the needs of the customer and identifying suitable opportunities for the category.
• Analyze daily data pertaining to price fluctuations and price problems for all categories.  
• Write business proposals by identifying and mapping business strengths and customer needs.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior leaders of partnered vendors to grow and optimize the joint retail and import businesses.
• Work to ensure a reliable, operational cost-effective flow of goods, from ordering to receiving.
• Monitor, analyze, and own key performance indicators such as vendor import share, out-of-stock rate, vendor operational metrics, and marketing investments.
• Support digital marketing strategy, including paid search and ad programs, channel ad campaign strategy, search engine optimization, email marketing, marketing automation, and more.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in any business-related course
• Training is E-Commerce Operations, SEO, or SEM.
• Excellent teamwork skills and people agility with a high level of collaboration.
• High level of problem-solving skills and detailed oriented.
• Solid analytical skills, trouble-shooting skills; planning and
• Agility, and nimbleness to adapt to changing retail environment
• Proficient computer skills – MS Office, SAP, Salesforce, advanced Excel skills
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills

Minimum Required Experience:

• A minimum of 2-5 years of working experience in either category management or merchandizing.
• E-commerce experience is required
• Retail industry experience is plus

All applicants are advised to adhere to application guidelines for consideration. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NB: Flexi Personnel does not charge candidates for job placement.