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Are you looking for administrative jobs in Uganda 2024 today? then you might be interested in Category Specialist job at Movit Products Limited
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
Movit Products is Uganda’s leading personal care company manufacturing a range of beauty and personal care brands. The Company boast of over 7 brands which include Movit with hair care, body care and baby care products, Radiant with hair care and body care products, Tropical Essence with hair care and Body Care products, Skin Guard with Anti-bacterial body care products, Baby Junior with baby care products and Pine and Nan with guest amenities. At the forefront of MPL is its mission: “to enhance everyday living” which is hinged on the company’s belief in an all-encompassing heritage of beauty and family across the globe. This has seen its consistent manufacturing of quality Hair, body and baby care products since 1999.
Movit Products Limited (MPL) is a leading Quality Cosmetics Manufacturing Company in Africa with operations in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Rwanda, Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan. Movit Products Limited manufactures healthy beauty hair, skin and nail care products aimed at empowering every person to face life with confidence.
Job Title
Category Specialist job at Movit Products Limited
Movit Products Limited
Job Description
Job Title: Category Specialist
Organization: Movit Products Limited
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Maintenance Manager
The category specialist-Hair Care is responsible for understanding market trends, consumer needs, and competitor activities to make informed decisions about strategies to drive growth, optimize product assortment, pricing, promotions, placement, and new product development initiatives.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement category strategies to drive growth and profitability objectives within the Hair care category.
Conduct market research and analysis to understand consumer trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics to identify opportunities for category growth.
Manage the product assortment within the Hair care category, including selecting new products, discontinuing underperforming products, and optimizing the product mix.
Develop and implement pricing strategies for hair care products to maximize profitability and competitiveness in the market.
Lead and coordinate new product development initiatives from concept to launch and ensuring alignment with category strategy and market needs.
Work closely with the marketing team to develop and execute promotional campaigns, advertising strategies, and marketing initiatives for Hair care products.
Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors of Hair care products, including negotiating contracts, monitoring performance, and resolving issues.
Provide support to the commercial team by developing sales materials, conducting product training, and analyzing sales data to identify opportunities for growth.
Forecast demand for Hair care products and manage inventory levels to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize stockouts.
Conduct financial analysis of the Hair care category, including sales performance, profitability, and return on investment for marketing and promotional activities.
Financial Management
Preparation of the Category Department Budget as per the set guidelines
Net Margin Accountability for subcategory/Category
Monitor and control the allocated budget
Risk and Compliance
Identify risk due to change in Category Consumer Behaviour and trends.
Ensure regulatory compliance in execution of activities across the Group.
Ensure adherence to the Movit Group and In Country Policies and Procedures.
Prepare and submit Brand reports.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Business Administration, or related field. Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing is an added advantage. Marketing Professional certification desirable.
2 years relevant experience in FMCG Industry preferably in Category Management.
Competencies Required:
Behavioural
Must be of unquestionable integrity, honesty, trustworthiness, and professionalism
Leadership
Must be a focused and have an appreciation of the Core values of Team, Integrity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Accountability (TIICA)
Must be a team player.
Must be a self-starter and have an appreciation of business growth and priorities.
Strong Leadership potential to effectively drive a business agenda and operational coordination of activities.
Knowledge.
Advanced experience with MS Office.
Solid experience in Brand and Category Management
Skills
Project Management
Brand/ Portfolio Management
Research Skills
Communication Skills
Technical Skills
Attention to details.
Attributes include:
Self-Starter & Action Oriented
Ability to harness peer Relationships.
Agile and Driven
Collaboration
Problem Solving
Communication Skills
How to Apply
Send your updated CV to hr@movitproducts.com
NOTE: Applications should indicate the job title as the subject of the Email.
Deadline: 18th December 2024
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