Category Manager Salary in South Africa

Category Manager positions in South Africa offer attractive compensation packages averaging R52 500 monthly. Salary expectations range from R37 875 to R583 000 monthly, depending on experience and qualifications. This procurement profession benefits from 5% industry growth and maintains high market demand for skilled professionals.

Category Manager Salary Breakdown

Develops and implements strategies for specific product categories to optimize sales, profitability, and market share. This role involves market analysis, supplier negotiation, product assortment planning, pricing strategies, and collaborating with marketing and sales teams to drive category growth and meet consumer demand.

Salary Component	Amount (Monthly)
Minimum Salary	R37 875
Average Salary	R52 500
Maximum Salary	R583 000
Category	Procurement
Growth Rate	5%
Market Demand	High

Requirements & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

Proven experience in category management, buying, or product management

Strong analytical skills for market analysis and sales data interpretation

Excellent negotiation and vendor management abilities

Strategic thinking and ability to develop category plans

Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Proficiency in retail analytics software and inventory management systems

Understanding of consumer insights and market trends

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