Job Description

Category Manager: Coffee - Cape TownWho You AreYou are dynamic thinker with a high aptitude for learningYou have built credibility within your organization and amongst your peersYou are an expert at implementation and execution of strategic objectivesYou are passionate about retail and sellingYou have excellent communication and negotiation skillsYou have a reputation for being insightful and operating with integrity What You Have Done BeforeBaseline:At least 5 yearsxe2x80x99 experience within mainstream coffee brands with 3 of these linked to franchise and or hospitality industryNQF level 7 (Degree/Advanced Diploma with specialisation Retail, Business Management or equivalent))Understanding of food services/QSR/Hospitality industry and products prevalent in the South African retail landscape.Deep knowledge of retail principles with in-depth understanding of Retail operations. Exciting Challenges You Might FaceImmerse yourself in various aspects of the organisationInfluencing the strategic direction of Engen convenience businessOperate effectively in an ever-changing, dynamic and agile business environmentRelationship build across various stakeholder platforms within organisationsPresentations to Business Leadership with strong acumen understanding What You Will Be DoingEnsure implementation of non-fuel strategic objectivesDevelop & review Coffee strategy, operational standards to continuously improve efficienciesEngage Internal customers and stakeholders on category delivery needs to ensure full understanding of deliverables.Present feedback and findings to internal stakeholders in order to drive regional standardsEnsure Promotional implementation through evaluation to support trade planning objectivesManage and maintain relationships amongst Retail Sales & Operations & Convenience Operations teams to deliver turnover & income targets.Develop positive relationships with all site managers & Dealers within the Engen networkUnderstanding and analysing competitor analysis to ensure Engen remains relevant in the market.Develop and maintain cordial relationship at all times with re-sellers/re-distributors, as well as with customersDevelopment an tracking of reports allowing data analysis concerning the particular products in a bid to understand trends. Salary BandEMLocationCape TownJob Advert Closing Date: All job adverts close five days after date posted Engenxe2x80x99s approved Employment Equity plans and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process.We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Let us know how we can accommodate you to participate in the recruitment process. Important Information:The appointment will be made in line with Engen's Employment Equity Strategy.All applications must be submitted to the contact person/ numbers provided & in the manner requested.If not submitted by the closing date, your application will automatically not be considered.Engen does not guarantee that you will be called for an interview or appointed by virtue of your application.Engen reserves the right not to make an appointment.Job Segment: Manager, Business Manager, Management

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