Category Manager (Supermarket)

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail group in Saudi Arabia is seeking a strategic Category Manager for its supermarket division. The successful candidate will analyze market trends, manage budgets, and build strong vendor relationships to drive category growth. This is a pivotal role focusing on profitability and innovation in a competitive FMCG market.

Benefits

Attractive Salary + Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Buyer or Category Manager in FMCG.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage complexity and drive results.

Responsibilities

• Analyze market data to identify industry trends and drive growth.
• Develop annual budgets and sales targets for each category.
• Monitor and optimize category performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Negotiation

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description
Black & Grey HR is partnering with a well-established retail group in Saudi Arabia to recruit a results-driven Category Manager for their supermarket division. This strategic role is your chance to shape product categories, unlock new revenue streams, and drive profitable growth in a highly competitive FMCG market. If you're a sharp thinker with a strong track record in category management, this is the opportunity to step up, lead from the front, and deliver impact.

Key Responsibilities:

- Analyze market data to identify industry and consumer trends, leveraging insights to drive category growth.

- Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with direct distributors and wholesalers to optimize product offerings.

- Develop annual budgets and sales targets for each category, ensuring profitability and alignment with business objectives.

- Implement business plans to achieve strategic goals, overseeing pricing strategies and margin maintenance.

- Monitor and optimize category performance, implementing exit strategies for underperforming products.

- Build strong vendor relationships to negotiate favorable pricing and ensure quality service delivery.

- Manage inventory levels and product availability to meet customer demand and maximize sales opportunities.

- Strategically position product categories to enhance visibility and market share.

- Conduct competitive analysis to monitor pricing trends and market positioning.

- Collaborate closely with buyers and merchandisers to expand and diversify product categories.

Requirements

- Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Buyer or Category Manager in the FMCG sector.

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

- Strong organizational and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.

- Proficient in financial analysis and budget management.

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

- Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

- Ability to manage complexity, make data-driven decisions, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

- Attractive Salary + Benefits

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker with a passion for retail to drive growth and innovation within a leading supermarket chain in Saudi Arabia. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a proven track record in category management, we encourage you to apply.