Category Manager

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare and implement annual plans related to brand, monitor implementation of the plan; 
• Control product budget splits by setting regular checkpoints for spending versus budget;
• Determine the market position of the product, monitor and make necessary adjustments;
• Conduct market analysis; identify target consumer segments of the market for product supply; 
• Work on the action plan developed for the launch of new products and brands;
• Responsible for all on-going ATL & BTL events; 
• Work with cross-functional teams with the implementation of local marketing strategies;
• Develop a pricing policy for the product, determine the terms of sale of goods; 
• Carrying out duties of his/her supervisor, when required, directly related to the activities of the department in which he/she works;
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports;
• Develop merchandising strategies and plan execution of planogram;
• Plan and order new POSMs, displays and innovations; and ensure efficient usage of these materials by sales team. 

Requirements:

• Proven experience in FMCG industry for minimum 3 years
• BSc/MA in marketing, communication or business management
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be result-oriented, detail-oriented
• Have strong analytical and planning skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Russian; Azerbaijani - native 
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills 
• Be aware of finance, logistics, production processes, have strong numerical skills
• Strong knowledge of office programs (especially Excel and Power Point)

If you are interested and meet the criteria for success please send your CV to indicating the position title (“Category Manager”) in the subject line. 

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.