Data Analyst cum Category Executve

Job Description : Data Analyst cum Category Executive

Department: Marketing

Reports To: Marketing Manager

Location: Dubai, UAE

Role Purpose

The Data Analyst cum Category Executive will consolidate, structure, and analyze sales and marketing data from multiple internal and external sources.

Key Responsibilities

1. Sales & Data Management (3-4 days per month)

• Collect sales data from different internal departments and distributors (2 days per month).
• Consolidate and clean data from various formats and sources (Excel, CSV, ERP extracts, etc.).
• Format and standardize datasets for consistency across channels and categories.
• Maintain updated master files and trackers.

2. Reporting (5-6 days per month)

• Prepare category management report / Develop pivot tables…

3. Category Management:

• Analysis:
• Month-over-month and year-over-year sales comparisons
• Product or category contribution analysis
• Price plan and competition check.
• Promotion uplift analysis ….
• Recommend:
• Product performance improvement opportunities.
• Distribution or visibility gaps.
• Promotion or pricing optimizations.
• Seasonal performance patterns …

4. EXECUTION and follow up:

• Follow up on category plan and action plan (key category / product VS plan VS channel VS store).
• Support the implementation of collaterals (signages, price labels, POS materials).
• Coordinate with sales, merchandising, and creative teams to ensure smooth rollout of trade marketing initiatives.

Profile & Skills

Ideal Background

• Masterdegree in Marketing, Business, Data Analytics, or related field.
• 1–3 years’ experience in FMCG, Retail, or Distribution environment.
• Exposure to sales data management and SKU-level reporting.

Technical Skills

• Strong Excel proficiency (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, formulas, basic charts).
• Knowledge of Power BI (preferred) or other dashboarding tools.
• PowerPoint proficiency for visual reporting.
• Comfortable handling large datasets and multiple data sources.

Soft Skills

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate numbers into clear insights and actions.
• Collaborative spirit and strong communication skills with cross-functional teams.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to AED5,000.00 per month