💼 Full-Time Position

Category Manager

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Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
📍 umm al qaywayn, umm al qaywayn, United-Arab-Emirates
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Location
umm al qaywayn, United-Arab-Emirates
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Posted
June 23, 2026
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Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Job Description
Key Responsibilities
1. Category Strategy & Planning:
  • Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business goals.
  • Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activities to make data-driven decisions.
  • Identify new product opportunities and improve existing assortments.
2. Buying & Vendor Management:
  • In cases requiring deeper involvement, participate in vendor negotiations and factory interactions.
  • Work closely with suppliers to optimize costs, terms, and product availability.
  • Ensure supplier relationships align with quality, compliance, and ethical sourcing standards.
3. Merchandising & Inventory Management:
  • Oversee the merchandising team to ensure effective product placement, visual merchandising, and stock rotation.
  • Manage stock levels, demand planning, and replenishment strategies to reduce stock-outs and overs...