GCC Category Manager: Growth & Portfolio Strategy

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement institution in the United Arab Emirates is looking for a Category Manager to drive category growth and optimize product portfolios. The ideal candidate will have a degree in marketing or a related field, along with 7+ years of experience in management roles. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, as well as experience in GCC markets. This role offers an opportunity to make impactful decisions and lead product innovation.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in category, product, or brand management.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with a track record of driving category growth.
• Experience in GCC markets and multi-brand environments is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Strategically manage and optimize assigned product categories.
• Monitor category performance and drive decisions to achieve sales targets.
• Lead product innovation initiatives to expand the category.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor or master's degree in marketing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Data analysis tools

Job description

A leading procurement institution in the United Arab Emirates is looking for a Category Manager to drive category growth and optimize product portfolios. The ideal candidate will have a degree in marketing or a related field, along with 7+ years of experience in management roles. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, as well as experience in GCC markets. This role offers an opportunity to make impactful decisions and lead product innovation.