Product Group Manager - Commercial Fresh Food

About the Role

Product Group Manager - Commercial Fresh Food at CP Axtra (Makro). Lead the merchandiser team and own supplier relationships, pricing, promotions, inventory planning and financial results for the assigned product group.

Responsibilities

• Lead merchandiser team to manage supplier relationships and negotiate pricing, delivery and payment terms that affect product and store profit margins.
• Set competitive pricing points and adjust pricing to increase sales and clear stagnant inventory; work with Merchandise Managers to expand successful product lines and implement exit strategies for unpopular merchandise.
• Plan year-round promotions to promote potential items through Makro Mail and collaborate with Marketing to develop in-store launch activities to drive sales targets.
• Monitor product performance, identify root causes of shortfalls and plan corrective actions to improve performance.
• Develop and source new suppliers, analyze and assess supplier performance to meet Makro and market requirements (seasonality, events, etc.).
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify products for development and adoption.
• Manage inventory planning and forecasting to maximize profitability of inventory flow.
• Drive financial results for assigned products, translate long-term and short-term product group strategy into action plans and ensure execution.
• Provide necessary product information and documentation (e.g., new product assortment, promotion programs) and communicate to stores promptly with clear instructions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required or related work experience.
• 6-8+ years' experience in merchandising and managing supplier relationships.
• Business acumen with strong market and customer knowledge.
• Result orientation with good planning and execution skills.
• Proven leadership ability to lead a group of buyers.
• Good communication skills and strong negotiation skills.
• Teamwork and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Strong analytical skills, problem solving and decision-making ability.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Computer skills: MS Office, advanced Excel, Word.

Skills

• Negotiation
• Inventory management and forecasting
• Supplier sourcing / procurement
• Market research and analysis
• MS Office / Advanced Excel
• Leadership