category development manager

Fendi

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 Position
 
 
 
 The Man's Department Manager is responsible to run properly the Man's Department meeting KPIs and achieving assigned goals in terms of sales, product and team. He/she is responsible for merchandising, stock availability, sales, profitability, customer journey, team coaching and general day-by-day management.
 
 
 
 Job Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Category Sales Management and Business Development
 
 
 
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 Lead and develop the business of the Department, by cultivating a comprehensive and strategic understanding of it and relating to all relevant stakeholders
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 Monitor and achieve category department performance with relevant KPIs;
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 Analyse the category business, propose and implement action plans to improve results;
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 Set category performance target for the team and individual with the Store Manager;
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 Be sensitive to competitors' trading activities and give feedback to Store Manager.
 
 
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 Client Management
 
 
 
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 Leverage all clienteling tools to achieve Department and Store business goals;
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 Demonstrate as a sales leadership by delivering excellent customer service and implementing clienteling activities;
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 Manage customer service quality, to meet customer expectations by offering excellent customer service standards;
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 Improve Mystery Shopper Results with action plans;
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 Implement appropriate CRM tools and develop loyal customer of particular product category;
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 Act as brand category ambassador to educate VIP and new Clients;
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 Participate into ad-hoc Clientele projects.
 
 
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 Operations and Visual Merchandising
 
 
 
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 Ensure that merchandize is properly managed, displayed, stored and maintained by team;
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 Maintain inventory accuracy and shrink rates within company standards;
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 Report to Stock Planning and Merchandising team when there is out of stock on best sellers.
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 Maintain the Visual Merchandising consistent with Company standards;
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 Align periodically visual merchandising and sales performance;
 
 
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 Team Management and Development
 
 
 
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 Discuss individual performance every month and coach team members
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 Motivate the team so that they perform at their highest level to meet their individual and store objectives
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 Organize the team in an efficient manner according to business needs and delegate responsibility
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 Translate strategic and business goals into concrete and individual actions and objectives
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 Conduct category training to the team
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 Execute the in-store training routine set by the Store Manager
 
 
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 Profile
 
 
 
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 5 years' experience in a Supervisor role in Fashion/Luxury Sales with exposure to Man's product category
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 Bachelor's Degree or equivalent is preferred
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 Fluency in English
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 Leadership and experience in managing large teams
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 Strong communication skills
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 Excellent relationships skills, self-reliant, approachable and patient
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 Confidence, organizational skills, professionalism
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 Goal oriented approach, multitasking
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 Client focus with great business acumen
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 Administration and financial skills
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 Computer skills and Retail management system knowledge
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 Strong knowledge and/or interest for fashion/luxury industry
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Department Manager - Dubai Mall

noon

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 About noon
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re building an ecosystem of digital products and services that power everyday life across the Middle East&mdash;fast, scalable, and deeply customer-centric. Our mission is to deliver to every door every day.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the role
 
 
 
 We are building a next-generation procurement marketplace across UAE &amp; KSA: a multi-category, multi-billion-dollar opportunity. As a B2B Sales Manager, you will be responsible for building demand from scratch in one or more categories, validating market dynamics, closing customers, and helping build Noon&rsquo;s B2B flywheel from the ground up.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What you'll do:
 
 
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 This role sits within a category-based sales structure, where each Sales Manager is responsible for a defined portfolio (office supplies, IT hardware, or packaging).
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 Build and scale demand from scratch for your category
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 Identify and validate high-potential customer segments using data + on-ground insights
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 Launch early GTM motions, close real customers, and capture revenue quickly
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 Understand category economics, supplier incentives, and buying behaviors deeply
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 Run experiments around pricing, RFQ workflows, customer incentives, and acquisition tactics
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 What you'll need:
 
 
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 3-8 years in B2B sales, category, business development
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 Experience dealing with SME or enterprise procurement customers is a plus
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 Ability to influence sellers and customers effectively
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 Willingness to spend time in the market. Comfortable operating with minimal structure and high expectations
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 Who will excel?
 
 
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 Bias for action:
 
 you move before others finish thinking
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 Commercial sharpness:
 
 strong instincts around category, buyer behavior, and incentive
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 Resourcefulness:
 
 you know how to talk to customers, fix problems, and push things forward
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Sales Manager

Jumbo Group

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 Job Title:
 
 Assistant Category Manager &ndash; Appliances
 
 
 
 Industry:
 
 Appliances Retail
 
 
 
 Functional Area:
 
 Category Management
 
 
 
 Employment Type:
 
 Full Time
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 3 &ndash; 5 Years
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree (Business / Marketing / Commerce or related)
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 UAE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description:
 
 
 
 We are looking for an
 
 Assistant Category Manager &ndash; Appliances
 
 to support day-to-day category operations within a large-format retail environment. The role involves sales analysis, vendor coordination, inventory management, and promotional execution. This position is ideal for professionals aiming to grow into a full Category Manager role.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Support the Category Manager in executing category strategies, pricing, and assortment plans.
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 Track and analyze sales performance, stock levels, sell-through, and promotional effectiveness.
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 Prepare regular analytical reports using Excel and retail ERP systems.
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 Coordinate with vendors for order processing, follow-ups, delivery schedules, and documentation.
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 Assist in negotiating vendor pricing, promotions, rebates, and commercial terms.
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 Coordinate with marketing and sales teams for campaign execution and product launches.
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 Monitor competitor pricing, promotions, and market trends; share insights with management.
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 Ensure accurate SKU, pricing, and promotional data in ERP and reporting systems.
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 Support inventory planning to avoid stock-outs and minimize overstock or aging inventory.
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 Provide operational and administrative support to the category management team.
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 Desired Candidate Profile:
 
 
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 3&ndash;5 years of experience in category management, merchandising, or retail buying.
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 Prior exposure to home appliances or consumer electronics retail is preferred.
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 Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
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 Proficient in Excel and retail ERP systems.
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 Good communication and vendor coordination skills.
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 Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced retail environment.
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 Proactive, commercially aware, and eager to learn.
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 Skills:
 
 Category Management, Merchandising, Retail Buying, Appliances, Consumer Electronics, ERP, Excel Reporting, Inventory Management, Vendor Coordination, Retail Analytics, Promotions
 
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Assistant Category Manager - Appliances

CINQ PARTNERSHIP

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 Key Account Manager &ndash; Global FMCG
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking a dynamic Key Account Manager to join a leading global organisation in the food and beverage ingredients sector. This pivotal role will manage and expand a portfolio of strategic customer accounts across the Middle East, driving growth, profitability, and long-term partnerships.
 
 
 As the trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, you will connect market insights with customer strategies, champion innovation-driven solutions, and deliver sustained commercial value.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
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 Act as the primary contact for senior stakeholders across key regional accounts in the Gulf region.
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 Develop tailored customer strategies aligned with category and business priorities.
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 Own and execute strategic sales plans to deliver revenue and profit targets.
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 Partner cross-functionally with Sales Operations, Category Development, and Technical Service teams.
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 Identify whitespace opportunities and drive innovation-led solutions.
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 Negotiate and close complex commercial agreements.
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 Generate insights using advanced market/category analytics to shape customer propositions.
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 Ensure seamless customer service and delivery in collaboration with Marketing, Customer Service, and Supply Chain.
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 Skills &amp; Experience
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
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 5&ndash;10 years&rsquo; experience in Sales &amp; Account Management within
 
 
 food ingredients, FMCG, or B2B food solutions, ideally across the Middle East.
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 Proven ability to influence senior-level stakeholders (procurement, R&amp;D, commercial).
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 Strong commercial and financial acumen, including P&amp;L analysis and profitability levers.
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 Track record in negotiation, contract management, and deal closure.
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 Experience leading regional or multi-country teams in a matrix environment.
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 Exceptional communication and presentation skills in English (Arabic advantageous).
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 Willingness to travel regionally.
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Key Account Manager – Global FMCG

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 About noon
 
 
 
 Noon is building the Middle East&rsquo;s most powerful ecosystem of digital products and services: fast, scalable, and deeply customer-centric. Our mission is simple:
 
 deliver to every door, every day.
 
 We imagine, build, and scale new businesses that create real commercial value and push noon&rsquo;s ecosystem forward. If you&rsquo;re wired to build from scratch, operate with speed, and turn ambiguity into momentum, this is where you belong.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the role:
 
 
 
 We are building a next-generation procurement marketplace across UAE &amp; KSA: a multi-category, multi-billion-dollar opportunity. As an assistant Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for building the categories from scratch, validating market dynamics, closing customers, and helping build Noon&rsquo;s B2B flywheel from the ground up.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Do
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Build and scale demand from scratch for your category
 </li>
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 Identify and validate high-potential customer segments using data + on-ground insights
 </li>
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 Understand category economics, supplier incentives, and buying behaviors deeply
 </li>
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 Run experiments around pricing, RFQ workflows, customer incentives, and acquisition tactics
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
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 3-5 years in Category, business development
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 Experience dealing with SME or enterprise procurement customers is a plus
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 Ability to influence sellers and customers effectively
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 Willingness to spend time in the market. Comfortable operating with minimal structure &amp; high expectations.
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 Who Will Excel
 
 
 
 We are looking ONLY for people who operate like owners.
 
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 Bias for action:
 
 you move before others finish thinking
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 Commercial sharpness:
 
 strong instincts around category, buyer behaviour, and incentives
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 Resourcefulness:
 
 you know how to talk to customers, fix problems, and push things forward
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Assistant Manager, Commercial

Stone Age

- Keep showroom well-stocked and visually appealing. - Handle customer queries and complaints. - Make outbound calls for sales team appointments. - Prepare sales, cost, and business opportunity reports. - Collaborate with marketing Required Candidate profile - Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. - Perform administrative duties, including managing budgets and processing invoices. - Organize promotional events. <div>Role: Regional Sales Manager (B2C)</div><div>Industry Type: Building Material (Cement)</div><div>Department: Sales &amp; Business Development</div><div>Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent</div><div>Role Category: Retail &amp; B2C Sales</div><div>Education</div><div>UG: Any Graduate</div><div>PG: Any Postgraduate</div>

Showroom Manager

Delivery Hero

<div>Company Description 
talabat is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world&rsquo;s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience&mdash;fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index. 
Job Description 
The Division Manager role will lead the category managers and oversee a major business unit. Role will be accountable for the financial performance of their division, lead a team of Category Managers, and be responsible for setting the strategic direction across assortment, pricing, promotions, and supplier relationships. The role requires leadership of large teams, strategic thinking, and strong cross-functional influence. 

 
What&rsquo;s On Your Plate?<ul><li>
Lead and manage a team of Category Managers across one commercial division (Food &amp; FMCG, Non-Food, or Fresh Food).</li><li>
Own the P&amp;L performance of the division, managing a business portfolio exceeding &euro;100M annually.</li><li>
Set the strategic direction for assortment, pricing, and promotional plans to align with company goals and customer experience standards.</li><li>
Build and maintain strategic-level relationships with key suppliers and industry partners to position tMart as a preferred commercial partner.</li><li>
Develop and upskill the category management team, ensuring consistency in execution and alignment with commercial best practices.</li><li>
Oversee implementation of core commercial levers and ensure alignment with company policies, value proposition, and customer experience.</li><li>
Monitor market trends, supplier investments, and customer behavior to identify and capture business opportunities.</li><li>
Represent the division in cross-functional leadership forums and collaborate with Supply Chain, Marketing, and Operations teams to drive execution.</li><li>
Act as a role model and champion for commercial excellence within the organization.</li><li>
Safeguard customer experience while maximizing supplier contributions and commercial returns.</li></ul> 

Qualifications 
What Did We Order?<ul><li>
10+ years of experience in commercial functions within retail, e-commerce, or FMCG sectors.</li><li>
Proven track record in managing P&amp;L and driving commercial performance at scale.</li><li>
Strong leadership experience managing category teams or commercial departments.</li><li>
Excellent understanding of pricing, assortment, and promotion strategies.</li><li>
Experience in strategic supplier management and senior-level negotiations.</li><li>
Financial and business acumen to translate data into actionable plans.</li><li>
Strong communication, people development, and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul></div>

Sr. Manager Commercial

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