Category Manager - Private Label

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail group in Saudi Arabia seeks a Category Manager - Private Label to drive product development, supplier management, and category strategy. The ideal candidate is a Saudi National with over 5 years of experience in category management and strong analytical and negotiation skills. This role offers an attractive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a prominent group.

Benefits

Attractive Salary & Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Regional & international supplier exposure

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Category Management, Buying, or Private Label.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and supplier management skills.
• Knowledge of product development, branding, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with company goals.
• Source, negotiate, and manage supplier partnerships for quality and cost efficiency.
• 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

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