Category Manager - Private Label

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

Job summary

A prominent retail recruitment agency is seeking a Category Manager – Private Label in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This role focuses on driving private label growth, managing supplier partnerships, and ensuring product development aligns with market needs. Candidates must be Saudi Nationals with over 5 years of experience in Category Management or Buying, a strong degree background, and robust negotiation skills. Attractive salary and benefits are offered, along with career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Attractive Salary & Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Regional & international supplier exposure

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Category Management, Buying, or Private Label.
• Strong understanding of product development, branding, and compliance.
• ERP systems knowledge is a plus.

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.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Supplier management

Education

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

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

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