Category Manager/Buyer (Fresh/Grocery)

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This job is about being a Category Manager/Buyer for the Fresh/Grocery division. You might like this job because you'll negotiate with suppliers, analyze sales trends, and develop strategies to ensure products are always available and profitable!

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Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Job Description

 

  1. To coordinate buying, promotional & merchandising activities for Fresh/Grocery division and follow through on timely inward and outward deliveries.
  2. Develop and implement effective buying strategies for the Fresh/Grocery division to achieve sales, margin, and inventory turnover goals. 
  3. Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to secure cost savings and support profitability targets.
  4. Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with distribution centers to ensure consistent product availability.
  5. Analyze sales data, market trends, and consumer behavior to inform product selection and category management.
  6. Stay informed on industry developments, market changes, and competitive pricing strategies to maintain a strong market position. 


Job Requirements

  1. Candidate must possess at least a Diploma OR Bachelor's Degree in Business Studies / Administration / Management, Marketing or equivalent.
  2. At least 4 year(s) of working experience in the Retail Supermarket/Wholesales & Trade industry.
  3. Abundance of contacts with vendors / suppliers of various product categories will be advantageous.
  4. Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia in both verbal and written skills. Ability in Mandarin is advantageous.
  5. Possess with good attitude, communication and negotiation skills.
  6. Applicants must be willing to work in Kelana Jaya and willing to travel as when required.
  7. Preferably Executives & Managers specializing in Sales - Retail/General or equivalent.

Skills

Inventory Management
Supplier Management
Strategic Sourcing
Category Management
Promotional Merchandise
Price Negotiation
Purchasing Management

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Career Level

Manager / Team Lead

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