Category Manager - Private Label

Black & Grey HR Consultancy FZE; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail group in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Category Manager – Private Label. This role entails driving growth and customer satisfaction through effective product development and supplier management. Ideal candidates are Saudi Nationals with over 5 years in Category Management and a relevant degree. The position offers an attractive salary and benefits, alongside career growth opportunities within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Attractive Salary & Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Regional & international supplier exposure

Qualifications

• Mandatory Saudi National.
• 5+ years experience in Category Management, Buying, or Private Label.
• Knowledge of product development, branding, and compliance.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Supplier management skills

Education

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

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

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