Category Manager - HPC, Health & Personal Care

Afaq Q Tech General Trading; Al-Kharj; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A trading company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Vendor Manager passionate about category advocacy and capable of driving growth. The ideal candidate will manage vendor relationships, maximize profitability, and lead cross-functional projects. A bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in retail are required. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on results and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in retail, operations, or business management.
• Experience with financial analysis and P&L ownership.

Responsibilities

• Act as the business owner for assigned categories.
• Maximize profitability and expand product selection.
• Manage vendor relationships and conduct negotiations.
• Develop business plans and execute project plans.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively.
• Conduct financial analyses to exceed revenue targets.

Skills

Analytical capabilities

Project management skills

Negotiation skills

Retail management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Vendor Manager position is for a passionate customer and category advocate within Amazon, with proven analytical capabilities and project management skills, great attention to detail, and the ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task. The ideal candidate will have a proven record of driving category growth and be an effective leader and communicator when working with Amazon.sa's key partners and vendors, as well as internal colleagues and cross-functional teams. The candidate should be a self-starter with a passion for retail, flexible, and committed.

Responsibilities include:

• Act as the ‘business owner’ for assigned categories, understanding internal and external variables impacting the business, including forecasting, monitoring, reporting, and driving projects and promotions to meet objectives.
• Maximize Amazon’s profitability and expand product selection.
• Manage vendor relationships, including contracts, day-to-day interactions, and negotiations for marketing funds.
• Develop business plans for new opportunities and execute project plans for launching new features, incorporating merchandising and pricing strategies.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and communicate with internal and external stakeholders to meet deadlines.
• Conduct financial analyses to meet or exceed revenue and profitability targets.

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in retail, operations, product or program management, or business management/consulting with negotiation skills and results delivery.
• Bachelor's degree or 3+ years of professional or military experience.
• Experience with financial analysis and P&L ownership.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing large data sets to improve performance and processes.
• Experience in vendor negotiations, pricing, promotion, inventory management, and product development.

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