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Job Description - Retail Lubricants Category Manager


Job Title:      Retail Lubricants Category Manager
Reports to:    Head of Specialties

Location:      Head
Office -Nairobi, Kenya.

JOB PURPOSE  
            
Our client, a leading company in
the Oil and Gas industry, is seeking to recruit a results -driven
Retail Lubricants Category Manager to 
drive growth and profitability
of the lubricants category. The ideal candidate will lead the execution of
lubricants category plans, implement retail initiatives at forecourts, and
ensure continuous improvement in sales performance and customer satisfaction
across the retail network.

 Key Responsibilities:


  • Implement Retail Lubricants
    Initiatives:
    Drive execution of lubricants activities across the retail
    network, including rollout of the revised lube bay offer, while addressing
    daily operational issues.

  • Performance Monitoring &
    Analysis:
    Conduct monthly evaluations of product mix and sales
    performance; compile and present performance data for decision -making.

  • Category Planning & Execution: Support development and ensure
    implementation of the Operating Unit (OU) lubricants category plan across all
    retail sites.

  • Coaching & Training: Provide continuous training,
    coaching, and motivation to retailers and site staff to enhance lubricants
    knowledge and sales skills.

  • Sell -Out Growth & Premiumization: Design and execute programs that
    drive lubricants sell -out growth and promote premium product uptake at sites.

  • AVA (Availability, Visibility, Active
    Selling) Implementation:
    Ensure stock availability, proper merchandising per planograms,
    and active upselling of lubricants through staff engagement programs.

  • Market & Competitor Analysis: Monitor pricing, competitor
    activity, and collaborate with marketing to adapt strategies accordingly.

  • Forecasting & Compliance: Oversee monthly lubricants
    forecasting accuracy and ensure full compliance with HSSE standards at all
    retail sites.




Requirements

  • Bachelor's
    degree in Sales & Marketing or a related field.

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in category
    management. An understanding of category management process would be an
    advantage.

  • Sound understanding of category management
    processes and merchandising principles.

  • Proven experience in purchasing, financial
    analysis, and stock control.

  • Prior experience in retail operations is desirable.


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