Brand Manager & Category Manager - Consumer Electronics

Jumbo Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics distributor in Dubai is seeking a Brand Manager to oversee and grow product categories across various channels. The ideal candidate will lead vendor management, pricing strategies, and demand forecasting for consumer electronics. Responsibilities include managing product availability and profitability, analyzing market trends, and driving growth strategies. Applicants should have over 5 years of experience in category management and hold an MBA or Engineering degree. Comprehensive knowledge of the UAE market is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of work experience.
• Experience in Category Management/Vendor Management in Consumer Electronics.
• Strong understanding of category management principles.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end P&L responsibility for assigned consumer electronics categories.
• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with overall business objectives.
• Analyze market trends and consumer behavior to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage relationships with OEMs, brands, and suppliers.
• Negotiate commercial terms including pricing, margins, and credit terms.
• Work closely with distribution sales teams to drive category growth.

Skills

Vendor management

Pricing strategy

Demand forecasting

MS Excel

Education

MBA

Engineering Degree

Job description

Role Summary

The Brand Manager is responsible for managing and growing assigned product categories across distribution channels. The role involves vendor management, pricing strategy, assortment planning, demand forecasting, and driving revenue, margin, and market share growth. The Category Manager works closely with sales, supply chain, marketing, and finance teams to ensure optimal product availability and profitability

Responsibilities

Category & Business Management

• Own end-to-end P&L responsibility for assigned consumer electronics categories (e.g., Mobile Accessories, Audio, Television, Home Appliances, etc.).
• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with overall business objectives.
• Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.

Vendor & Brand Management

• Manage relationships with OEMs, brands, and suppliers.
• Negotiate commercial terms including pricing, margins, schemes, rebates, and credit terms.
• Lead new product onboarding, range expansion, and vendor performance reviews.

Pricing, Promotions & Assortment

• Define pricing strategies to ensure competitiveness while protecting margins.
• Plan promotional activities, schemes, and channel-specific offers in coordination with sales and marketing teams.
• Optimize product assortment based on sales performance, inventory health, and market demand.

Sales & Channel Support

• Work closely with distribution sales teams to drive category growth across GT, MT, e-commerce, and institutional channels.
• Provide category insights, sales tools, and training to improve sell-through.
• Support key customer negotiations and joint business planning.

Demand Planning & Inventory Management

• Forecast demand and collaborate with supply chain teams to ensure optimal stock availability.
• Monitor inventory levels, aging, and sell-through to minimize obsolescence and stock write-offs.
• Drive inventory turns and working capital efficiency.

Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of work experience
• Experience in Category Management/Vendor Management in Consumer Electronics
• Strong understanding of category management principles and objectives

Qualification

• MBA/ Engineering Degree
• Advanced understanding in Distribution Business
• Adept at MS Excel

Desired Profile

• Thorough knowledge of UAE market in Consumer Durable products
• Dependable, self-motivated to take ownership and act proactively
• Experience with consumer electronics product distribution in UAE market