Category Specialist
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About the Role
Ninja is looking for a Category Specialist to manage sweet product categories, develop growth strategies, and analyze market trends. The role requires 2+ years of experience in category management or buying, strong analytical skills, and a passion for sweets.
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Responsibilities
- Analyze market trends and consumer preferences for the sweets category to inform product assortment and pricing strategies
- Develop and manage relationships with suppliers to secure high quality sweet products while optimizing cost and availability
- Collaborate with merchandising and marketing teams to enhance product visibility and create promotional campaigns
- Monitor category performance metrics and use data to drive sales and profitability
- Conduct regular reviews of category performance and adjust strategies as needed
- Participate in planning and execution of seasonal and promotional product launches
- Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Retail Management, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in category management, product management, or buying, preferably in food or sweets segment
- Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel
- Creative mindset with passion for sweets and understanding of consumer trends
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced environment
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Role Overview
- Join Ninja as a Category Specialist and take the lead in managing our delightful range of sweet products.
- Develop category strategies that drive growth and enhance customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze market trends and consumer preferences specific to the sweets category
- Develop and manage relationships with suppliers
- Collaborate with merchandising and marketing teams
- Monitor category performance metrics
- Conduct regular reviews of category performance
- Participate in planning and execution of seasonal and promotional product launches
- Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Retail Management, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in category management, product management, or buying, preferably within the food or sweets segment
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Proficiency in data analysis tools, such as Excel
- Creative mindset with a passion for sweets
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced environment
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