Overview
We are leading foodservice distributor committed to delivering high-quality food products, innovative solutions, and exceptional service to customers across Malaysia. As part of our growth strategy, we are expanding our poultry and seafood categories to meet the evolving needs of the Malaysian foodservice market.
This role will be responsible for developing and managing the poultry and seafood product portfolios, including fresh, frozen, and value-added products. This role will drive category growth, optimize profitability, and ensure smooth execution of product and sales strategies in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
Category Strategy & Growth
- Develop and implement category plans that align with business objectives to drive sales, market share, and profit growth.
- Identify opportunities for product range expansion and improvement based on market trends and customer demand.
- Work closely with the sales team to support customer acquisition, retention, and category penetration.
- Conduct regular market visits to build and maintain strong relationships with key customers.
Margin & Performance Management
Monitor sales performance, margins, inventory levels, and stock turns to achieve financial targets.Recommend pricing strategies and promotional activities to maximize profitability.Analyse market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to inform category decisions.Collaborate with suppliers to introduce innovative products that meet market demand.Operational & Food Safety Compliance
Ensure product sourcing and handling comply with food safety regulations and company standards.Work with supply chain and warehouse teams to maintain optimal stock levels and quality.Cross-Functional Collaboration
Liaise with Purchasing, Warehouse, Marketing, and Sales teams to deliver category objectives.Prepare and present category performance reports to management.Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field.Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in category management, purchasing, or sales within the poultry, seafood, and / or frozen food sector.Strong commercial acumen with proven experience managing sales, margins, and supplier relationships.Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP systems is an advantage.Willingness to travel within Malaysia.Application Questions
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?What’s your expected monthly basic salary?Which of the following languages are you fluent in?Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?How many years\' experience do you have as a Poultry Manager?How much notice are you required to give your current employer?How many years\' experience do you have as a Seafood Manager?Are you willing to travel for this role when required?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory / salary below minimum wage.
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