Orient Group of Companies is looking for a dynamic and analytical Category Manager to lead product strategy, category development, and profitability across our product lines.
Job Description:
- Develop and execute category strategies aligned with company objectives.
- Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitors to optimize the product mix.
- Oversee product lifecycle from development to phase-out, ensuring timely launches.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance category performance.
- Monitor sales, margins, and inventory; recommend strategic adjustments.
- Maintain supplier relationships to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
- Support marketing with product insights, pricing, and positioning.
- Review category performance and present reports to management.
Skills & Experience Required:
- Minimum 5 – 8 Years, in the Ceramics, Paint, Cement, Sanitary Ware, or Building Materials industry
- Strong analytical and commercial acumen with proven category management experience.
- Sound knowledge of ceramic/sanitary ware markets and consumer behavior.
- Excellent planning, negotiation, and vendor management skills.
- Proficient in data analysis tools and reporting (Excel, ERP, Power BI preferred).
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- MBA in Marketing / Supply Chain or related field
Location: 26 KM Multan Road, Lahore