💼 Job Title
CATEGORY MANAGER (Cosmetics, FMCG & Grocery)
🏢 Company
HCPL Harcourts Cosmetics
📝 Role Overview
Responsible for developing, executing, and managing category strategies for Cosmetics, FMCG, and Grocery segments.
Maximizing sales and profitability across Harcourts Pharmacy outlets.
Balancing brand partnerships, brand awareness, and customer insights to maintain a competitive product portfolio.
🔑 Key Responsibilities
Plan and execute category strategies to achieve sales, margin, and inventory targets.
Identify new product opportunities and optimize product assortment across outlets.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, distributors, and brand partners.
Negotiate pricing, promotional deals, and marketing support.
Develop and implement promotional calendars and in-store displays.
Analyze sales data and market trends for informed pricing, product selection, and stock management.
Coordinate with operations and marketing teams for consistent brand presence and stock availability.
Manage product life cycles and rationalize SKUs based on performance.
Ensure all merchandising activities align with the Harcourts brand and customer expectations.
🎓 Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business Management, or a related field.
Minimum 1-3 years of experience in category management, merchandising, or buying within retail (preferably Cosmetics, FMCG, or Grocery sectors).
Strong Commercial Acumen and Negotiation Skills.
Understanding of consumer trends, product positioning, and retail marketing.
Proficiency in Data Analysis, Excel, and ERP or Retail Management Software.
Excellent communication, organizational, and presentation skills.
Creative mindset with an eye for visual merchandising and customer appeal.
📧 How to Apply
Send your CV to: group.opportunities@gmail.com
📍 Contact Information
Address: No: 69, Subhadrarama Rd, Kattiya Junction, Nugegoda
Contact Number: 0117 685 955
