Category Manager

Targets of the position:

• Develop his categories so that all SKU`s have strong volume and excellent quality.
• In order to do so he does everything possible to become an expert of his categories with

excellent knowledge of the local as well as international markets.

• Develop as many Private Labels as possible.
• Ensure lowest cost and best terms and conditions for the company.
• He works with all departments in collaboration in each subject, in order to get the best results

for the company.

• In order to stay ahead of competition it is required to apply the principle of economy to the

maximum extent.

Specific powers and Responsibilities:

• He negotiates all purchasing conditions like purchasing prices, payment days and other

relevant terms & conditions like minimum order quantities.

• He has the authority to buy products in exceptional cases if the company has a shortage.
• He suggests items to be added to his categories.
• He suggests items to drop from his categories.
• He decides on additional manufacturers for the production of Private Labels.
• He performs regular quality tests, laboratory tests and tastings inside the company for the

items in his category, especially before selecting a new item for the assortment.

• He acts in accordance with the General Principles of Purchasing Policies.
• He clarifies severe quality issues and suggests necessary actions.
• He follows up existing contracts with suppliers, and prior to the end of the duration he

decides on new contracts.

• He informs the regions about important legal information or modifications, new purchasing

conditions, packaging modifications.

• In case of shortages he decides on the volume by region.
• He decides which supplier is in charge for deliveries to the different regions.
• He decides on laboratory tests for new and existing products.
• He is authorized to sign Purchasing contracts together with the Central Purchasing Officer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Php120, Php150,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Taytay: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have FMCG private label category experience? If yes, what products do you develop?

Experience:

• Category Manager: 3 years (Preferred)
• Private label: 3 years (Preferred)

Location:

• Taytay (Preferred)

Work Location: In person