Category Manager

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

Job summary

A retail and e-commerce company in Dubai is seeking a Category Manager to drive category strategies and sales growth. In this role, you will manage product assortments, optimize pricing, and enhance brand visibility both in-store and online. Candidates should have 4-6 years of experience in category management and strong analytical skills. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, ideally with an MBA.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in category management, trade marketing, or product management in FMCG and/or e-commerce.
• Strong knowledge of FMCG distribution models and retail operations.
• Excellent analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category plans to achieve sales, margin, and market share targets.
• Conduct market research and analyze consumer insights, trends, and competitor activities.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers, distributors, and e-commerce partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain

MBA

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Retail management systems

E-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento, Amazon Seller Central)

Job description

We are looking for a results-driven Category Manager to manage and grow assigned product categories across FMCG retail and e-commerce channels. The role involves developing category strategies, optimizing product assortment, driving sales through pricing and promotions, and ensuring consistent brand visibility both in-store and online.

Key Responsibilities

Category Strategy & Growth

• Develop and implement category plans to achieve sales, margin, and market share targets across traditional retail and e-commerce platforms.
• Conduct market research and analyze consumer insights, trends, and competitor activities.
• Identify opportunities for product portfolio expansion, new launches, and seasonal campaigns.
• Optimize product assortment, pricing, and promotions for both offline (retail/distribution) and online (marketplaces, D2C platforms, e-retailers).
• Coordinate with e-commerce teams to ensure accurate product listings, content, images, and digital merchandising.
• Monitor online sales performance, traffic, and conversion to adjust strategies.
• Ensure strong brand visibility at physical points of sale (POS) through planograms, displays, and activations.
• Negotiate with suppliers on pricing, terms, and promotional support.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers, distributors, and e-commerce partners.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain, sales, and finance teams to execute plans effectively.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Track sales, profitability, and market share performance for assigned categories.
• Monitor inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock across retail outlets and online warehouses.
• Provide regular reports with insights and recommendations to management.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA is a plus).
• 4 -6 years of experience in category management, trade marketing, or product management in FMCG and/or e-commerce.
• Strong knowledge of FMCG distribution models, retail operations, and online marketplaces.
• Excellent analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of ERP, retail management systems, and e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento, Amazon Seller Central) is an advantage.