Category Manager
- Tirane
- Tipi
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- me orar te plote
- Fusha | Profili i punes
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- Marketing
- Marketing Social Media | ADS | SEO
- Menaxhim Biznesi
- Eksperienca
- vetem me eksperience
About the job
Reports to: Head of SalesLocation: Tirana, Albania
Employment Type: Full-time
Position Summary
SuperMart is seeking a dynamic and commercially driven Category Manager to lead the strategic development and performance of a defined product category. The exact product scope will be determined based on business priorities and market opportunities.
This role is responsible for driving category growth through assortment planning, pricing strategy, supplier partnerships, promotional activities, and inventory optimization. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with commercial acumen and negotiation expertise to maximize sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the overall strategy for the assigned product category/subcategory.
- Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activities to build a competitive and relevant product assortment.
- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and promotional support with suppliers to maximize margins and business value.
- Define and manage pricing strategies, discount structures, and promotional plans aligned with company objectives.
- Monitor sales performance, stock levels, and product lifecycle to ensure healthy inventory turnover and product availability.
- Collaborate closely with marketing teams to plan and execute online and offline promotional campaigns.
- Ensure product information, listings, and merchandising are accurate and optimized across all sales channels.
- Identify growth opportunities, market gaps, and new product trends within the category.
- Provide forecasting insights and category performance analysis to support supply chain and financial planning.
- Track category KPIs and prepare regular performance reports for management.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or a related field (Master’s degree is considered an advantage).
- Minimum 3 years of experience in category management, procurement, or buying, preferably within home appliances or consumer electronics.
- Strong analytical, commercial, and negotiation skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems; experience with e-commerce platforms is a plus.
- Strong understanding of pricing strategies, margin management, and inventory optimization.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Opportunity to lead and grow a strategic product category within one of Albania’s fast-growing retail businesses.
- Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
- Collaborative, innovative, and results-driven company culture.
- Real opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Exposure to leading international brands and strategic supplier partnerships.