Trainee Category Manager

AbuIssa Holding; Doha; On-site; QAR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Qatar seeks a Brand Manager Trainee to enhance store executions and analyze market trends. This role involves coaching team members, collaborating with suppliers, and developing strategic plans for product categories. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and experience in distribution or luxury retail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Experience in distribution or luxury retail.
• Strong analytical and strategic abilities.

Responsibilities

• Work with sales team for store execution.
• Analyze EPOS data for consumer insights.
• Coach and mentor team members.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Strategic thinking

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Master’s Degree in International Business

Tools

MS Office

Job description

HR – Distribution – Brand Manager Trainee Page 2

• Work with the sales team to improve store executions and implementations through store visits.
• Analyze EPOS data and provide insights to the sales team on consumer insights and market trends.
• Coach and mentor all team members, especially direct reports, for performance and work closely with them during the various stages of the performance cycle (goal setting, performance evaluations, etc.).
• Collaborate with existing suppliers to expand product categories and also work with new potential suppliers to expand into new product categories to generate revenues.
• Determine the positioning of a product category to maximize visibility and develop planograms.
• Devise long-term development strategies for product categories.
• Develop strategic plans for new product launches and exit strategies for unsuccessful products.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, or a Professional Degree in Retail and Distribution Management.
• Preferably, a Master’s Degree in International Business, Marketing, or Communication.
• Work experience in related sectors such as distribution, channel management, or luxury retail industry.
• Working knowledge of channel management, supply chain management, relations, marketing campaigns, events management, staff supervision, and motivation.
• Must have a commercial mindset with an understanding of sales and profitability.
• Understanding of data analysis and forecasting methods.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• An analytical mind with strategic abilities.
• Excellent communication and people skills.