Category Manager - Private Label

Black & Grey HR; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a skilled Category Manager for a well-established retail group in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate, a Saudi National, should have over five years' experience in Category Management, excelling in product development and supplier management. This role involves developing effective category strategies, launching private label products, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. Offering an attractive salary, this position promises career growth opportunities within a dynamic retail environment.

Benefits

Attractive Salary & Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Regional & international supplier exposure

Qualifications

• Mandatory Saudi National with 5+ years in Category Management or Buying.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and supplier management skills needed.
• Knowledge of compliance and product development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with company goals.
• Drive private label product development from concept to launch.
• Source and manage supplier partnerships for quality and efficiency.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Supplier management

Product development

Branding knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

Black & Grey HR is recruiting for a well-established retail group in Saudi Arabia looking to hire a Category Manager – Private Label (Saudi National). The role is responsible for driving private label growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction through effective product development, supplier management, and category strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with company goals.
• Drive private label product development from concept to launch.
• Source, negotiate, and manage supplier partnerships to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and innovation.
• Monitor category performance (sales, margins, stock) and implement growth strategies.
• Collaborate with marketing to enhance brand visibility and promotional impact.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, food safety, and quality standards.
• Optimize budgets, track KPIs, and deliver on profitability targets.

Requirements

• Saudi National (mandatory).
• 5+ years in Category Management, Buying, or Private Label.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and supplier management skills.
• Knowledge of product development, branding, and compliance.
• Proficiency in MS Office; ERP systems knowledge is a plus.

Benefits

• Attractive Salary & Benefits
• Career growth opportunities within a leading retail group
• Regional & international supplier exposure