Are you ready to lead innovation in the digital devices category? We are seeking a Category Manager to lead and manage the Digital Devices category.

The ideal candidate will drive growth and profitability by overseeing procurement, product assortment, allocations, promotional planning, and merchandising.

Responsibilities:

• Manage digital product assortments, ensuring seasonal relevance and appropriate merchandise purchasing.
• Handle sourcing, pricing, and profitability for newly launched products.
• Develop after-sales service strategies, including setting up service points.
• Allocate new products and establish inventory parameters (min/max quantities) for stores.
• Drive sales and GP (gross profit) targets while maintaining profitability.
• Monitor and analyse category performance monthly, presenting insights to the operations team.
• Ensure supplier service fill-rates and product availability across all classifications (A-E SKUs).
• Manage inventory by addressing slow-moving items and maintaining optimal weeks of supply.
• Identify growth opportunities with exclusive product lines and lead new product development, supported by comprehensive marketing campaigns.

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

• Tertiary qualifications with experience in digital category management; a technology background is advantageous.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems like Pronto.
• Strong analytical and forecasting skills with a strategic mindset.
• Proven expertise in category management, marketing, sales, and retail inventory.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, creativity, and innovation.

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

The Coordinator – People & Culture

CPL Group, PO Box 1663

Port Moresby, National Capital District,

E-mail: [email protected]

Applications close 5:00pm on 19^th August 2025.