As a Category Specialist, you will assist in the sourcing and purchasing of goods at most competitive prices and in a timely manner. You will manage a specific category or categories and will be responsible of the overall awareness & visibility, performance and follow up of the category.
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\n Job Purpose\u00a0As a Category Specialist, you will assist in the sourcing and purchasing of goods at most competitive prices and in a timely manner. You will manage a specific category or categories and will be responsible of the overall awareness & visibility, performance and follow up of the category.Main ResponsibilitiesManage stock responsibly and ensure that replenishment, transfer and forecasting are done systematically.Analyze, grow and monitor the performance of your specific category.Monitor open orders and ageing stock.Nurture the relationship with current suppliers.Prepare various reports – weekly, sales and open orders.Analyze and build the line up in terms of pricing and positioning.Come forward with recommendations and positive changes.Assist in the administrative tasks of the procurement process (e.g. process credit notes, purchase orders etc.).Prepare promotional campaigns for both Retail & B2B and validate with the Procurement Manager.Perform regular market visits and competitors’ analysis.\u00a0\u00a0ProfileHSC or equivalentAt least 2 years of experience in a related fieldExcellent negotiation skillsExcellent knowledge of Excel specifically Vlookup and pivot table functionsFully computer literate\u00a0BenefitsHealth and Pension Schemes24hr Personal Accident CoverStaff Happiness ProgramsCompany DoctorStaff Discount<\/p>\n
Industrial Park 1, Riche Terre, Mauritius<\/p>\n
Phone: 2071700<\/p>\n
Apply Via:<\/p>\n
hr@thebrandhouse.mu<\/p>\n
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