📍 Location: Multan
🏢 Company: METRO Pakistan
🏬 Store: METRO Multan Store
💼 Job Type: Full-Time

About the Company

METRO Pakistan is part of the global METRO AG network, a leader in self-service wholesale operations worldwide. Since launching in Pakistan in 2007, the company has expanded rapidly and now operates multiple wholesale centers across major cities, serving thousands of business customers.

With a strong global presence across Europe, Asia, and Africa, METRO is committed to delivering quality products, efficient supply chains, and value-driven solutions to its customers and partners.

Job Overview

The Category Specialist will support the Category Manager in executing buying and merchandising strategies for Meat and Fresh Produce categories. This role focuses on driving sales performance, ensuring product availability, and strengthening supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in executing category buying and merchandising strategies
• Deliver on commercial KPIs including sales, margins, and supply chain performance
• Identify and develop reliable suppliers to ensure sourcing excellence
• Maintain 100% shelf availability through proactive supply chain management
• Conduct regular market and competitor analysis with quick response strategies
• Collaborate with the sales team for B2B customer growth
• Ensure effective in-store merchandising with store operations teams
• Manage end-to-end promotions, including planning, execution, and analysis
• Ensure compliance with tendering and negotiation SOPs
• Maintain accurate documentation for audits and supplier records
• Initiate innovative projects to drive category growth and profitability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:
  • Business Administration
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Or a related field from a recognized university

Experience

• 2–4 years of relevant experience (preferably in retail, FMCG, or fresh food categories)

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach
• Effective negotiation and communication abilities
• Results-driven with strong analytical thinking
• Team collaboration and leadership potential
• Problem-solving and decision-making capability
• Strong business acumen and customer focus                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
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