Senior Private Label Category Manager

GMG; Dubai; On-site; AED 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

GMG in Dubai seeks a Senior Category Manager for Private Label to lead category strategies, drive growth, and oversee a portfolio of private label products. You will source and manage suppliers, negotiate contracts, develop category plans, forecast performance, and deliver data-driven recommendations to elevate quality and profitability.

Lead cross-functional teams, align with brand objectives, and implement plans that maximize market share and margin while maintaining product integrity and

Qualifications

• 10 years in private label, including 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in retail buying within FMCG is essential.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with ability to make data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Identify, meet, assess, and engage suppliers to build strong, collaborative relationships.
• Motivate and manage suppliers to deliver on performance, quality, and innovation goals.
• Initiate and manage procurement activities and projects within the assigned category.
• Negotiate and define supplier contracts, ensuring favourable terms, compliance, and performance monitoring.
• Own and actively manage the category by driving innovation, quality, and commercial success.
• Develop and implement category plans that support growth and profitability objectives.
• Set and track supplier goals and KPIs to ensure alignment with company expectations.
• Produce accurate business forecasts, plans, and recommendations based on key performance drivers.
• Monitor product performance and market dynamics, recommending corrective actions where needed.
• Prepare and deliver insightful presentations for internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive positioning.
• Utilize data to inform decisions on assortment, pricing, and promotional strategies.
• Continuously assess and integrate additional information sources to strengthen decision-making.

Skills

Category management

Negotiation

Leadership

Forecasting

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

P&L management

Team development

Business acumen

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Category management tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

GMG in Dubai seeks a Senior Category Manager for Private Label to lead category strategies, drive growth, and oversee a portfolio of private label products. You will source and manage suppliers, negotiate contracts, develop category plans, forecast performance, and deliver data-driven recommendations to elevate quality and profitability.

Lead cross-functional teams, align with brand objectives, and implement plans that maximize market share and margin while maintaining product integrity and