الوصف الوظيفي
Position Overview
Develop and implement the strategy and plans to drive category performance improvements in order to improve the operating results of X-cite by working with internal departments and external partners such as manufacturers & distributors by focusing on the consumer. Lead high performing teams to achieve budgeted performance.
Essential Job Roles:
Develop and implement a multichannel category strategy to achieve desired revenue, profitability and market share results
Lead and manage category team with objective setting and regular performance appraisal
Vendor selection and vendor strategy in line with category needs with Quarterly business reviews with appropriate vendor contacts
Complete category profit and loss management inclusive of promotional, marketing, staffing and inventory costs as well as annual budget process + reforecasting
Effective new product introduction to maximise revenue and negotiation of exclusives
Develop processes to ensure the business reacts more dynamically with better data and information related to the supply chain to ensure only value-added products are placed on the shelf based on consumer demand
Execution of promotion strategies including trade promotions, consumer promotions and consumer advertising / marketing
Review with team + implement store assortment / ranging of products and services that are profitable and satisfy consumer needs in order to utilize store shelf space more efficiently, appeal to the consumer and eliminate out of stocks
Work with team to maintain and analyse POS data to ensure efficient store ranging and real-time consumer preferences are gathered and acted upon in order to select and optimally place products on store shelves.
Demand aggregation / purchase planning for the specific category and monitoring inventory targets and open to buy
Lead the marketing direction of the category, working with team to coordinate with other categories, marketing & logistics on cross promotions and campaigns
Develop & lead a high performance team
Model high quality management practices and reinforce a professional work environment
Foster a collaborative and supportive relationship between the stores, category management and head office support functions to leverage full support
Provide mentoring and professional growth opportunities for staff
المهارات
Skills, Knowledge & Experience Required
Bachelor Degree in Business preferred
In-depth knowledge of and experience in managing a Consumer Electronics Category
At least 10 years experience within Electronic retailing with at least 8 years Category Management experience
Must be able to demonstrate a high level of knowledge and passion for consumer electronic goods to connect with enthusiasts
Professional development in retail strategy / category management
Excellent analytical skills and aptitude to draw out plans and assess accurately the market needs for the category
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong relationship building skills to maximise opportunities with suppliers
Strong negotiation skills
Organizational leadership skills
تفاصيل الوظيفة
منطقة الوظيفة الكويت, الكويت
قطاع الشركة الإلكترونيات الاستهلاكية
طبيعة عمل الشركة صاحب عمل (القطاع الخاص)
الدور الوظيفي المشتريات
نوع التوظيف دوام كامل
الراتب الشهري غير محدد
عدد الوظائف الشاغرة 1
المرشح المفضل
المستوى المهني إدارة
عدد سنوات الخبرة الحد الأدنى: 8 الحد الأقصى: 10
منطقة الإقامة الكويت
الشهادة بكالوريوس/ دبلوم عالي
العمر الحد الأقصى: 40
https://www.bayt.com/ar/kuwait/jobs/category-head-4303242/