Category Assistant – (Baby) Jobs

Introduction

This role involves managing development projects and providing status updates for Private Label. You will also support the Portfolio Manager and Technical Manager with all duties related to Private Label and Special Occasions.

Job Description

• Plan, execute, and monitor development projects, such as packaging redesigns, on behalf of the NPD Buyer. Coordinate with key stakeholders like the NPD Buyer, Category Manager, Technologist, and BTB to ensure on-time delivery.
• Brief and develop packaging redesigns that align with the brand strategy. Provide regular status updates on these projects.
• Store and label supplier NPD, benchmark, and competitor samples for easy access when needed.
• Assist the Portfolio Manager and Technical Manager with administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, managing couriers, helping with board reports, filing, pulling reports, sales analysis, sample tracking, and arranging bi-monthly meetings with agendas and minutes.
• Support planning and execution of Christmas presentations to the Operating Board and media, including monitoring timelines, arranging venues, sourcing samples from categories, and ensuring payments to vendors.
• Help analyze and compile competitor reviews for Special Occasions like Valentine’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Halloween, and Christmas.
• Assist the Packaging and Research Coordinator with tasks to compile and communicate the Inside Scoop.
• Support the Portfolio Manager and Private Label Executive in preparing reports for Monday Scorecard meetings, including sales and promotional performance analysis.
• Help NPD Buyers with administrative duties for RAG approval, such as sample tracking and courier processes.
• Ensure Private Label business reporting and perception are maintained by quarterly flagging to classify SKUs correctly, showcasing latest launches in Private Label cabinets (foyer, MD, and CEO office), and assisting with Good to Great Communication presentations and sample coordination.

Minimum Requirements

Job Experience:

• 1-3 years of retail experience (essential)

Education:

• Matric (essential)
• Retail Business Management or equivalent (essential)

Job Related Skills:

• PC Literacy (Microsoft Office suite, Internet, Outlook)
• Analytical skills
• Numerical acumen
• Communication skills
• Creative skills
• Planning and organising
• Presentation skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Research skills

Competency Requirements:

• Working with People
• Planning and Organising
• Following Instructions and Procedures
• Relating and Networking
• Writing and Reporting

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Clicks Group career portal.

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