Category Manager - Private Label

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Category Manager for a well-established retail group in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will drive private label growth and profitability through effective product development, supplier management, and category strategy. Responsibilities include executing category strategies, managing supplier partnerships, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Candidates must be Saudi Nationals with significant experience in category management and strong negotiation skills.

Benefits

Attractive Salary & Benefits

Career growth opportunities within a leading retail group

Regional & international supplier exposure

Qualifications

• Saudi National is mandatory.
• 5+ years in Category Management, Buying, or Private Label.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and supplier management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with company goals.
• Drive private label product development from concept to launch.
• Monitor category performance and implement growth strategies.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Supplier management

Education

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

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

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