Pick n Pay Stores Limited, through its subsidiaries and associates, operates in the retail sector on the African continent.
Pick n Pay is the quintessential family store focused on the customer. Since 1967 when consumer champion Raymond Ackerman purchased the first few stores, the Ackerman family’s vision has grown and expanded to now encompass stores in ...
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A proven track record of delivering results through influence, integration and building capacity
A proven track record in formulating and executing category strategies aligned to business and categories commercial objectives
Strong industry knowledge aligned to PnP retail environment
Must be able to work within a matrix structure, gaining buy in and support across a number of functions
Competencies
Strong Commercial and Financial acumen
Sound Business Insight
Influencing
Presentation Skills
Results driven and ability to work autonomously
Strong project management skills. Innovative and continuous improvement mind-set
Judgement and Decision Making
Networking and Relationship Building
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data
Key responsibilities
Develop and integrate the Category strategies aligned with the category commercial objectives.
Oversee the development and management of the category reviews based on the adopted strategies.
Validate the market relevance and viability of ranges/projects and ensure deliverables align with category objectives.
Manage commercially sound innovation and upgrades, and the day-to-day activities to ensure that the products are continuously improving to suit the consumers’ needs.
Identify fit for purpose and relevant trends combined with customer insights to define development concepts per segment and incorporate them into the category project plans.
Build PnP Own Brand trust and credibility through consistent delivery of quality and design.
The outcome of which achieves industry-leading sales and profit growth.
In conjunction with Commercial, develop sustainable, mutually beneficial long-term supplier capabilities.
Review post-implementation performance to validate the achievement of range and commercial objectives.