Category Head - Telecom

Sharaf DG; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking a Category Manager to drive sales and market share. The role involves monitoring performance, coordinating with various departments, and preparing detailed reports. Strong skills in Excel and knowledge of ERP systems like SAP are essential.

Qualifications

• Expert working knowledge of Excel and good working knowledge of MS Office packages.
• Knowledge of accounting software packages, preferably ERP such as SAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead, monitor, and report on Category performance.
• Plan and coordinate sales and income of events.
• Prepare weekly/daily/monthly MIS & other reports.

Skills

Excel

MS Office

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Summary & Purpose :

To lead, monitor, and report on Category performance and make recommendations on product range, pricing, and in-store promotions to drive sales, market share, and total income.

Key Performance Areas (KPAs) & Principal Accountabilities :

1. Work closely with DGM - Merchandising to monitor top and bottom line targets and sales plans to ensure KPIs/targets are achieved on time and within budget.
2. Ensure category targets are met, opportunities for improvements are explored, and implementations are carried out.
3. Plan and coordinate sales and income of events.
4. Monitor sales and income performance based on targets and present findings to the Merchandising Manager & Category Managers.
5. Launch incentives across all departments and reconcile with finance within defined timelines. Ensure timely closing of financial MIS.
6. Prepare weekly/daily/monthly MIS & other reports, including analysis and presentation as per defined timelines.
7. Perform data mining and diagnostics across category elements, presenting reports to the Merchandising Manager. Coordinate with IT, Finance, Merchandising, and Marketing departments to upgrade MIS and reporting systems.
8. Coordinate the launch of new initiatives and monitor their implementation through structured MIS. Present findings to Merchandising Manager/Category Managers.

Qualitative Requirements :

Skills & Abilities

Expert working knowledge of Excel and good working knowledge of MS Office packages. Knowledge of accounting software packages, preferably ERP such as SAP.