Category Manager - Snacks & Frozen (Remote)

Careem; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading delivery and logistics company is seeking a Category Manager to drive its Snacks & Frozen strategy in Dubai. This role involves managing supplier relationships, optimizing pricing, and ensuring strong category performance. A minimum of 5 years of experience in category management is required, along with excellent analytical and negotiation skills. The position offers a hybrid work model and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Unlimited vacation days

Healthcare benefits

Fitness reimbursements

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in category management, merchandising, procurement or strategic sourcing.
• Proven track record of owning commercial KPIs and delivering on margin and growth targets.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Own the P&L for categories and assortment strategy for categories in the UAE.
• Develop strategic sourcing strategies and lead supplier negotiations.
• Monitor category performance, customer feedback, and market trends.

Skills

Category management

Supplier negotiations

Analytical mindset

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Excel

Data tools

Job description

A leading delivery and logistics company is seeking a Category Manager to drive its Snacks & Frozen strategy in Dubai. This role involves managing supplier relationships, optimizing pricing, and ensuring strong category performance. A minimum of 5 years of experience in category management is required, along with excellent analytical and negotiation skills. The position offers a hybrid work model and numerous benefits.