CATEGORY MANAGER

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global tobacco company is seeking a Category Manager to oversee procurement for the Marketing category. The ideal candidate will have a university degree, at least 3 years of experience in a multinational environment, and fluency in English and Arabic. Responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, driving cost optimization initiatives, and ensuring compliance with strategies. The role offers flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits. Apply now to build your success story!

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Wellbeing initiatives

Unique family leave policy

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar environment in a multinational company.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
• Proven skills in stakeholder and supplier management, including with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for the Marketing category.
• Drive cost optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure departmental compliance and connection with stakeholders.

Skills

Effective communication

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Conflict management

Team collaboration

Education

University degree

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

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Category Manager

Position:

The position exists to manage the procurement activities for the Marketing category within own cluster in additional to supporting the local organization with other strategic procurement activities

As the Category Manager in Global Indirect Procurement department, you will:

• Act as a main contact for Global Category Manager
• Participate in financial planning and deliver benefits/value within their perimeter of action
• Drive ad hoc cost optimization and continuous improvement initiatives
• Apply Category Management principles, and develop and coordinate regional/local implementation plans
• Ensure business connectivity and foster collaborative business partnership with specific stakeholders
• Manage SRM with key Regional suppliers in full coordination with global/regional directions
• Ensure regional/cluster alignment and compliance with strategies
• Role model in compliance and ethics

Requirements:

• University degree
• Minimum 3 years experience in similar environment in a multinational company
• Fluency in English and Arabic
• Effective communication, negotiation and influencing skills
• Stakeholder and Supplier management skills, including senior leadership
• Team collaboration and partnerin
• Conflict management skills
• MS Office tools and knoiwledge of SAP

What to expect:

Expect wellbeing initiatives, flexible work arrangements, growth opportunities, and excellent benefits, including a unique family leave policy. For more details on local policies, speak with the Talent Advisor

Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with TA > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with special needs. If you require any accommodations, please let the Talent Advisor know during the selection process.

Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!

Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.

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