East London: Commercial Category Manager / Procurement Manager (Wholesale) posted by Profile Personnel

April 12, 2026 Jobs in Border-Kei

Profile Personnel

Eastern Cape

Retail Wholesale

Job Description

Minimum Requirements
Education & Experience
Relevant tertiary qualification in Commerce, Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field
(advantageous).
Minimum 810 years experience in FMCG wholesale or retail buying.
Proven experience managing Food and/or Liquor categories.
Strong background in high-volume, low-margin trading environments.
Experience managing multi-branch or regional category portfolios.
Demonstrated experience negotiating trading terms, rebates, and promotional funding.
Leadership experience managing or mentoring junior buyers (advantageous).

Key Responsibilities
Category Strategy & Performance
Develop and execute category strategies aligned with wholesale trading objectives.
Drive sales growth, margin achievement, and stock turn performance.
Manage category budgets including sales, GP, and promotional participation.
Monitor and analyse category performance, implementing corrective actions where necessary.
Supplier & Commercial Negotiation
Negotiate pricing, rebates, settlement discounts, and trading terms.
Secure supplier funding for promotions, advertising, and in-store campaigns.
Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships.
Monitor supplier performance and service levels.
Promotions & Pricing
Develop and implement promotional calendars across branches.
Oversee product listings, price positioning, and margin control.
Ensure promotional execution delivers planned ROI.
Align promotional activity with seasonal and bulk-buy trends.
Stock & Working Capital Management
Manage stock levels to optimise availability and minimise out-of-stocks.
Ensure healthy stock turns and controlled inventory holding.
Collaborate with supply chain to maintain efficient replenishment cycles.
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Provide leadership and guidance to buying team members.
Work closely with operations, finance, and branch management.
Present category performance reports to senior management.
Act as support to senior commercial leadership when required

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About Retail Wholesale Jobs in Eastern Cape

In the Eastern Cape region of South Africa, the retail wholesale sector is a common employer of many individuals. Generally, this field encompasses stores and warehouses that sell products in bulk to businesses and consumers alike. Typically, these roles involve managing inventory, processing orders, and providing customer service.

Salaries for retail wholesale positions in the Eastern Cape can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Broadly speaking, salaries typically fall within the range of R30 000 to R60 000 per annum, with some senior roles or positions in larger companies potentially exceeding R80 000. However, it is essential to note that these figures are only a rough guide and actual salaries may vary significantly.

Common skills required for retail wholesale roles include strong communication and problem-solving abilities, as well as the capacity to work independently and as part of a team. Other essential skills often include basic computer literacy, inventory management software proficiency, and knowledge of local consumer trends. Typically, candidates with experience in customer-facing roles or supply chain management have an advantage when applying for these positions.

Industry sectors that commonly employ retail wholesale personnel include the manufacturing sector, where companies produce goods such as textiles, electronics, and food products, and the technology industry, where businesses sell computers, smartphones, and other electronic devices. Retailers may also source products from wholesalers in various sectors, including the agricultural industry, which supplies fresh produce to stores.

Career development opportunities for those working in retail wholesale are often focused on gaining experience and building skills in areas such as inventory management, logistics, and customer service. Typically, employees can progress to senior roles within their current company or move into related positions at other organizations. Some may also choose to pursue further education or training in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field.

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