The Commercial Associate Manager – Butchery supports local stores in sourcing, merchandising, and sales growth for meat products. The role involves forecasting demand, ensuring quality and operational efficiency, enhancing brand visibility, and managing supplier relationships to deliver high-quality products.

ROLE PROFILE

• Collaborate closely with the store’s team to ensure optimal execution of Planograms specifically for the butchery section.
• Maintain contacts with vendors to ensure timely delivery of fresh and high-quality meat, executing inventory plans to meet required standards.
• Partner with merchants to forecast future trends and predict demand for butchery product, ensuring timely product delivery.
• Lead and oversee the buying requirements for the butchery category, formulating a buying plan and budget, and monitoring orders effectively.
• Assist in communicating comprehensive product and financial strategies while overseeing pricing procedures for meat products.
• Maintain an updated list of branding elements, ensuring precise dimensions for butchery products, and possess detailed knowledge of the products in-store.
• Collaborate closely with the Replenishment Team to ensure that layouts reflect inventory levels and work with the Marketing department for the development of promotional materials.
• Ensure accurate execution of in-store visual merchandising standards for the butchery section, keeping all visual equipment safe and in good condition.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Food Science, or a related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in procurement, buying, or merchandising, specifically in butchery category.
• Strong knowledge of meat products, quality standards, and sourcing best practices.
• Supplier Management & Visual Merchandising.
• Commercial & Technical Knowledge.
• Analytical & Negotiation skills.