Category Manager

About Us

A leading global chain of one-stop convenience stores, 7-Eleven offers innovative, convenient products and services to customers all day, every day in Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, and Guangdong Province in mainland China. From ready-to-eat snacks and meals and imported snacks, to utility bill payments, top-up services, local and outbound sim cards, parcel pick-up and return, e-Payments and e-Wallet services. 7-Eleven's products and services range ensures that customer service is always at the heart of every one of its branches.

The Role

The Category Manager is responsible for the strategic planning, sourcing, pricing, and performance management of assigned categories. The candidate needs to conduct in-depth research on the market trend of category, analyse consumer needs and preferences, and accurately position the development direction of category. He/she is responsible for the development and introduction of new products from creative ideas, supplier selection to product shelves and to ensure product uniqueness with market competitiveness.

• Product Strategy and Planning: Developing and implementing strategies for assigned product categories, including product selection, assortment with planogram planning, and lifecycle management.
• Sourcing and Procurement: Working with suppliers to source and procure products, negotiating prices and terms, and managing supplier relationships.
• Sales and Revenue Generation: Analysing sales data, identifying trends, and implementing strategies to drive sales and revenue growth within the category.
• Pricing and Promotion: Developing pricing strategies and promotional campaigns to optimize sales and profitability, and monitoring competitor pricing.
• Inventory Management: Managing inventory levels, forecasting demand, and ensuring optimal stock levels to minimize out-of-stocks and overstocks.
• Market Analysis: Analysing market trends, competitor activity, and customer preferences to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working closely with other teams, such as marketing, sales, supply chain, and operations, to ensure alignment and effective execution of category strategies.

About You

• At least 3 years of experience in category management.
• Excellent market analysis and data interpretation skills, able to make accurate decisions based on data.
• Creative thinking and teamwork spirit, able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams and external partners.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and SAP systems.