Retail and Consumer GoodsFull-TimeMid-level(3-5 yrs)
Job Description
The Category Manager is responsible for the full commercial performance of assigned product categories, including sales growth, margin optimization, assortment planning, supplier negotiations and inventory management. This role directly impacts store profitability and customer value proposition.
Role Profile
Category Strategy: Develop and execute the category strategy to achieve sales growth, margin and market share targets.
Supplier Negotiations: Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers, including pricing, rebates, promotional funding and contract terms.
Financial Management: Manage category P&L performance, ensuring optimal balance between revenue growth and profitability.
Assortment Optimization: Define and optimize product assortment (SKU mix) based on customer insights, sales data and competitive analysis.
Pricing and Promotions: Drive pricing architecture and promotional planning to maximize traffic, basket size, and gross margin.
Supply Chain Collaboration: Collaborate with Supply Chain to ensure strong inventory management, minimize stock-outs and improve stock turnover.
Market Monitoring: Monitor competitor activity and market trends to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation.
Requirements
3-5 years in retail buying, category management, or commercial roles.
Experience in modern trade retail preferred.
Strong supplier negotiation experience.
Exposure to FMCG environment is a plus.
Strong analytical capability.
Stakeholder management skills.
Bachelor's degree (BA/BSc/HND) in a relevant field.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Majid Al Futtaim careers portal at careers.majidalfuttaim.com.
