Are you ready to take charge, make bold decisions, and shape the future of our pharmacy category? We're looking for a passionate and creative Category Manager - Pharmacy to join our team and deliver exceptional results!

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Identify growth opportunities by analysing market trends, customer feedback, and competitor activities.
• Curate and maintain an optimal product mix for the pharmacy category.
• Collaborate with suppliers to source quality products that meet customer demands.
• Establish competitive pricing strategies to maximize profitability.
• Plan and execute promotional campaigns to drive sales and enhance brand awareness.
• Negotiate favorable terms with suppliers, covering pricing, delivery, and marketing support.
• Build strong relationships with current suppliers and identify new partnership opportunities.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure product availability while minimizing excess stock.
• Coordinate with the supply chain team to ensure timely replenishments.
• Analyse sales performance and generate actionable insights.
• Prepare regular reports to evaluate category performance against set targets.
• Work closely with marketing, operations, and supply chain teams to align strategies.
• Guide store teams on category-specific initiatives to improve sales and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor and minimize expired stock to maintain quality and compliance standards.

The ideal candidate for this role should possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in category management, buying, or a similar role, preferably in pharmacy or retail.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical products and regulatory requirements (preferred).
• Proficiency in data analysis, MS Excel, and inventory management principles.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Strategic thinker with a focus on business growth and meeting deadlines.
• Bonus: Experience in healthcare or pharmaceuticals and knowledge of tender regulations or FMCG processes.

All applicants should apply by email only with Position Vacant – Category Manager (Pharmacy) in the subject line to:

The Coordinator – People & Culture

CPL Group, PO Box 1663

Port Moresby, National Capital District,

E-mail: careers@cpl.com.pg

Applications close 5:00pm on 10th January 2025.