Category Specialist - Home Appliances

Job Purpose As a Category Specialist

• Home Appliances, you will assist in the sourcing and purchasing of goods (white goods, small domestic appliances, home electronics) 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 Responsibilities Manage 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. Profile Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field At least 2 years of experience in a related field Excellent negotiation skills Excellent knowledge of Excel specifically Vlookup and pivot table functions Fully computer literate Benefits Health and Pension Schemes 24hr Personal Accident Cover Staff Happiness Programs Company Doctor Staff Discount