Black & Grey HR is partnering with a well-established retail group in Saudi Arabia to recruit a results-driven Category Manager for their supermarket division. This strategic role is your chance to shape product categories unlock new revenue streams and drive profitable growth in a highly competitive FMCG market. If you re a sharp thinker with a strong track record in category management this is the opportunity to step up lead from the front and deliver impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze market data to identify industry and consumer trends leveraging insights to drive category growth.
- Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with direct distributors and wholesalers to optimize product offerings.
- Develop annual budgets and sales targets for each category ensuring profitability and alignment with business objectives.
- Implement business plans to achieve strategic goals overseeing pricing strategies and margin maintenance.
- Monitor and optimize category performance implementing exit strategies for underperforming products.
- Build strong vendor relationships to negotiate favorable pricing and ensure quality service delivery.
- Manage inventory levels and product availability to meet customer demand and maximize sales opportunities.
- Strategically position product categories to enhance visibility and market share.
- Conduct competitive analysis to monitor pricing trends and market positioning.
- Collaborate closely with buyers and merchandisers to expand and diversify product categories.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years experience as a Buyer or Category Manager in the FMCG sector.
- Bachelor s degree in Business Administration Marketing or a related field.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Proficient in financial analysis and budget management.
- Excellent communication negotiation and interpersonal skills.
- Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint.
- Ability to manage complexity make data-driven decisions and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
- Attractive Salary Benefits
This role offers an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker with a passion for retail to drive growth and innovation within a leading supermarket chain in Saudi Arabia. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a proven track record in category management we encourage you to apply.
- Bachelor\'s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Retail Management, or a related field. - Proven experience in retail buying, preferably within the merchandise or pop culture industry. - Strong passion and knowledge of pop culture, entertainment, and merchandise trends. - Excellent negotiation and communication skills to build and maintain relationships with suppliers. - Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions. - Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting. - Familiarity with inventory management systems and software is a plus. - Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to a positive work culture.
Black & Grey HR is partnering with a well-established retail group in Saudi Arabia to recruit a results-driven Category Manager for their supermarket division. This strategic role is your chance to shape product categories unlock new revenue streams and drive profitable growth in a highly competitiv...
Black & Grey HR is partnering with a well-established retail group in Saudi Arabia to recruit a results-driven Category Manager for their supermarket division. This strategic role is your chance to shape product categories unlock new revenue streams and drive profitable growth in a highly competitive FMCG market. If you re a sharp thinker with a strong track record in category management this is the opportunity to step up lead from the front and deliver impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze market data to identify industry and consumer trends leveraging insights to drive category growth.
- Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with direct distributors and wholesalers to optimize product offerings.
- Develop annual budgets and sales targets for each category ensuring profitability and alignment with business objectives.
- Implement business plans to achieve strategic goals overseeing pricing strategies and margin maintenance.
- Monitor and optimize category performance implementing exit strategies for underperforming products.
- Build strong vendor relationships to negotiate favorable pricing and ensure quality service delivery.
- Manage inventory levels and product availability to meet customer demand and maximize sales opportunities.
- Strategically position product categories to enhance visibility and market share.
- Conduct competitive analysis to monitor pricing trends and market positioning.
- Collaborate closely with buyers and merchandisers to expand and diversify product categories.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years experience as a Buyer or Category Manager in the FMCG sector.
- Bachelor s degree in Business Administration Marketing or a related field.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Proficient in financial analysis and budget management.
- Excellent communication negotiation and interpersonal skills.
- Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint.
- Ability to manage complexity make data-driven decisions and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
- Attractive Salary Benefits
This role offers an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker with a passion for retail to drive growth and innovation within a leading supermarket chain in Saudi Arabia. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a proven track record in category management we encourage you to apply.
- Bachelor\'s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Retail Management, or a related field. - Proven experience in retail buying, preferably within the merchandise or pop culture industry. - Strong passion and knowledge of pop culture, entertainment, and merchandise trends. - Excellent negotiation and communication skills to build and maintain relationships with suppliers. - Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions. - Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting. - Familiarity with inventory management systems and software is a plus. - Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to a positive work culture.
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