Assistant Product Category Manager ”Sundry fruit”

Mohammed Abdallah Sharbatly CO.LTD; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading produce distribution company in Jeddah is seeking an Assistant Product Manager to optimize sales and profitability. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience in produce management, strong analytical skills, and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Responsibilities include inventory management, market analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure product quality and availability.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5+ years of experience in produce purchasing or category management.
• Proven track record in purchasing and financial management related to fresh fruits.
• Experience in managing pricing and promotional strategies.

Responsibilities

• Follow up on allocation plans to support efficient inventory management.
• Monitor sales and market data to identify trends and improvement areas.
• Maintain communication with sales heads for smooth distribution.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Agriculture, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Job purpose

The Assistant Product Manager follows up the execution plan to maximize sales and profitability. He analyzes market and sales data to assist in strategic decisions and promotional activities. The role involves coordinating with all branches and internal teams to ensure product availability and quality. He also helps follow up the inventory and coordinate the pricing with branches.

Duties and responsibilities

• Follow up on allocation plans and sales projections to support efficient inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels, proper order coordination, and maintenance of product quality across all branches.
• Monitor sales and market data to identify trends, growth opportunities, and areas for improvement within the sundry fruit category by tracking sales performance and price movements.
• Maintain strong communication and collaboration with sales heads and internal teams to ensure timely sourcing, smooth distribution, and seamless delivery of sundry fruit products.
• Assist in addressing pricing discrepancies, product positioning issues, and other operational challenges specific to the sundry fruit category.
• Continuously enhance product and category knowledge and share updates and insights with sales heads and branch teams to strengthen overall expertise.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to execute category plans and promotional activities effectively, adapting to seasonal patterns and market dynamics.
• Prepare and present regular reports summarizing performance progress, key insights, and coordination outcomes across branches.

Job Requirements

• 3 to 5+ years of experience in produce purchasing or category management, preferably with multi‑unit and multi‑geographic exposure.
• Proven track record in purchasing, pricing, distribution, and financial management related to fresh vegetables and fruits.
• Experience in managing product mix, placement, pricing, promotional strategies, and profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Agriculture, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• At least two years of experience in produce, FMCG, or sales operations, with knowledge of supply chain and produce quality standards.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.