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<div>GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun &amp; Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain. 
About the role
Support the Category Manager by selecting and delivering balanced, coordinated product ranges as per the strategic buying plans for the category. A product specialist leading consumer right assortments, managing budgets, analyzing product performance in detail and successfully managing execution across all relevant market places. Working alongside category manager influencing product and category strategies, thereby objectively and efficiently maximizing sales and sell-through.
Accountabilities:
Assortment Building / Range Planning<ul>
<li>
Drive assortments and range plans, adopting category strategies each season Maintain clear customer and Middle East market understanding and trends.</li>
<li>Align assortment towards overall Category Manager&rsquo;s product strategy and financial objectives / KPI&rsquo;s.</li>
<li>Maximize adoption rate from the brands whilst satisfying product presentation guidelines and store capacities (width and depth). Identify and initiate strategic opportunities within portfolio.</li>
</ul>
OTB Management and Order Placement<ul>
<li>
Validating OTB each season for category portfolio working closely with planning team.</li>
<li>Utilizing Category and Store-wise OTB in optimal mix to support sales strategy. Responsible for all order uploads within category portfolio each season within timelines</li>
</ul>
Reporting / Financial Analysis<ul>
<li>
Review Sales for each season, sale trends, and track performance of category.</li>
<li>Analyse key performing product areas based on sell through.</li>
<li>Report on product performance across regions and feedback to Category Sales Managers (CSM) after completion of each season. Using size curve analysis highlight and implement opportunities to refine.</li>
</ul>
Distribution<ul>
<li>
Applying business and category strategy to create distribution plan to support sell-through and sales targets.</li>
<li>Understanding distribution and allocation methodology for different product types.</li>
<li>Local Vendor management and order tracking (eg SPID) Support Merchandise planner and operations team with focused product feedback.</li>
</ul>
Marketing and Product Presentation
<ul><li>Drive module plan discussions with VMs to ensure quality product presentations across stores, across all regions.</li>
<li>Plan and liaise each season with RBM team to guarantee marketing support on door level and track product deliveries with merchandise planner</li>
</ul>
Store Visits<ul>
<li>
Visit stores to review execution of strategy at door level.</li>
<li>Highlight opportunities to elevate sales and offer support to store operations team.</li>
<li>Ensure visual merchandising and RBM elements executed as per plan. Quarterly outstation exposure.</li>
</ul>
Support Category Manager<ul>
<li>
Provide reports and insight into business opportunities.</li>
<li>Data Analysis and preparation of range and distribution plans.</li>
</ul>
Inventory Management<ul>
<li>
Liaising with Category team, VM, ASM and Marketing</li>
<li>Ownership of total stock on hand within category portfolio.</li>
<li>Responsible for controlling stock levels, maintaining healthy week covers in relation to KPIs (ITR etc) for category portfolio.</li>
<li>Plan clear markdown strategy for category portfolio, whether it is end of season sale or implementing in-season tactics, maintaining profitability and ASP KPI, not impacting brand presence in the market place. Analysing category SKU efficiency across regions and incorporating key learning in to buys.</li>
</ul>
Competitor / Market Research<ul>
<li>
Be fully up to date on competitor&rsquo;s position across the GCC in terms of product offering, price points, marketing implementations and product presentation.</li>
<li>Provide Category Manager with monthly reports on competitor&rsquo;s products and pricing strategies, to offer insights to CSMs identifying areas for more commercial opportunities, for example scope for greater margins in certain articles/products successfully achieving set GMROI KPIs.</li>
</ul>
About the requirements:<ul>
<li>
5+ Years Working experience in retail environment, buying or planning</li>
<li>Sporting Goods experience preferable</li></ul></div>

Buyer - Sports Apparel

Bloombox LLC

JOB TITLE: Category ExecutiveDEPARTMENT: MarketingREPORT TO: Marketing ManagerWe are seeking a Category Executive to work in our Marketing team. The role involves data collection and sales analysis, category development proposal, follow up, and working with suppliers to drive growth and profitability.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support category planning and product assortment.</li><li>Analyze sales, customer, and market data.</li><li>Assist in pricing, promotions, and stock planning.</li><li>Coordinate with internal team.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Experience in category management or data analysis (retail/FMCG preferred).</li><li>Strong Excel and analytical skills.</li><li>Commercial awareness and attention to detail.</li><li>Good communication and collaboration skills.</li><li>Floral product knowledge is a plus.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED3,500.00 - AED5,000.00 per monthAbility to commute/relocate:<ul><li>Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Category Executive: 2 years (Preferred)</li></ul>

Category Executive

PlaceUp

<div>Position Overview
We are looking for a results-driven Category Manager to manage and grow assigned product categories across FMCG retail and e-commerce channels. The role involves developing category strategies, optimizing product assortment, driving sales through pricing and promotions, and ensuring consistent brand visibility both in-store and online. 
Key Responsibilities
Category Strategy &amp; Growth<ul><li>
Develop and implement category plans to achieve sales, margin, and market share targets across traditional retail and e-commerce platforms.</li><li>
Conduct market research and analyze consumer insights, trends, and competitor activities.</li><li>
Identify opportunities for product portfolio expansion, new launches, and seasonal campaigns.</li></ul>
Retail &amp; E-Commerce Channel Management<ul><li>
Optimize product assortment, pricing, and promotions for both offline (retail/distribution) and online (marketplaces, D2C platforms, e-retailers).</li><li>
Coordinate with e-commerce teams to ensure accurate product listings, content, images, and digital merchandising.</li><li>
Monitor online sales performance, traffic, and conversion to adjust strategies.</li><li>
Ensure strong brand visibility at physical points of sale (POS) through planograms, displays, and activations.</li></ul>
Supplier &amp; Stakeholder Management<ul><li>
Negotiate with suppliers on pricing, terms, and promotional support.</li><li>
Manage relationships with key suppliers, distributors, and e-commerce partners.</li><li>
Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain, sales, and finance teams to execute plans effectively.</li></ul>
Performance Monitoring &amp; Reporting<ul><li>
Track sales, profitability, and market share performance for assigned categories.</li><li>
Monitor inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock across retail outlets and online warehouses.</li><li>
Provide regular reports with insights and recommendations to management.</li></ul>
Requirements<ul><li>
Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA is a plus).</li><li>
4 - 6 years of experience in category management, trade marketing, or product management in FMCG and/or e-commerce.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of FMCG distribution models, retail operations, and online marketplaces.</li><li>
Excellent analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.</li><li>
Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building abilities.</li><li>
Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of ERP, retail management systems, and e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento, Amazon Seller Central) is an advantage.</li></ul></div>

Category Manager

noon

<div>
 
 
 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. We want to redefine what technology can do in this region, and we&rsquo;re looking for an individual who can help
 
 
 us move even faster.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 noon&rsquo;s mission: Every door, every day.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What you&rsquo;ll do:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We at noon are looking for talented category specialists to be a significant member of the FMCG Commercial Team, serving multiple platforms across noon Group, with a strong bias for action and keen work ethic to exceed our already ambitious growth targets. As a category manager, you will:
 
 
 
 
 
 ● Support the development of the overall category roadmap and vision, and directly take
 
 
 responsibility for achieving revenue and gross margin targets for relevant categories across
 
 
 multiple platforms at noon
 
 
 
 
 
 ● Define the optimal assortment, plan stock responsibly, drive pricing decisions for P&amp;L efficiencies
 
 
 while maintaining competitiveness, sourcing new brand partnerships and executing product
 
 
 launches
 
 
 
 
 
 ● Collaborate with vendors in your category to source marketing investments and ensure
 
 
 campaigns are executed to the highest standards, while working closely with the Ads team.
 
 
 
 
 
 ● Ensure customer experience is always at the forefront of all category decisions through a
 
 
 compelling assortment that is carefully curated to serve all relevant customer types, thoughtful
 
 
 in-app merchandising and best-in-class product content
 
 
 
 
 
 ● Implement the perfect consumer journeys through our host of channels by combining a deep
 
 
 understanding of the category and our customer base
 
 
 
 
 
 ● Develop long-standing relationships with distributors and brands to identify and address any
 
 
 gaps, increase consumer engagement through innovative campaigns, and drive adoption of
 
 
 noon&rsquo;s full suite of in-app and out of app tools
 
 
 
 
 
 ● Work seamlessly on cross-functional obligations (including, but not limited to, in-stock,
 
 
 operations, customer service, growth and legal teams) to continuously improve the platform and
 
 
 experience, utilizing data insights to identify priority tasks
 
 
 
 
 
 ● Stay up-to-date with regional competitors and global business trends, reviewing critical
 
 
 information as it becomes available and innovating the product offering
 
 
 
 
 
 ● Help develop the next wave of talent by sharing learnings and training junior team members to
 
 
 become future category leaders.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What you&rsquo;ll need:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ● Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Management or a similar field
 
 
 
 
 
 ● You will have at least 5 years of successful sales &amp; business development experience, preferably
 
 
 in e-commerce, or offline retail with P&amp;L management
 
 
 
 
 
 ● Strong bias for action &amp; resourcefulness is paramount - we are growing at a rapid pace and you
 
 
 will be expected to meet ambitious targets within a highly competitive environment
 
 
 
 
 
 ● Advanced comprehension of Excel/Google Sheets with a strong appreciation for data analytics is
 
 
 key
 
 
 
 
 
 ● Experience working on cross-functional projects and delivering outstanding results in previous
 
 
 roles
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Who will excel?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ● We&rsquo;re looking for people with high standards, who understand that hard work matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 ● You need to be relentlessly resourceful and operate with a deep bias for action.
 
 
 
 
 
 ● We need people with the courage to be fiercely original.
 
 
 
 
 
 ● noon is not for everyone; readiness to adapt, pivot, and learn is essential.
 
</div>

Category Manager, FMCG

Pexaworks

Role summary:You&rsquo;ll own the commercial performance of one or more product categories on Grubss &mdash; shaping, assortment, pricing, supplier relationships, product content and promotions to grow category revenue, margin and customer satisfaction across our marketplace.Key responsibilities:&#9679; Assortment &amp; Merchandising: Define SKU mix, lifecycle (launch, grow, prune), and merchandising hierarchy for your category to maximise conversion and AOV.&#9679; Supplier &amp; Sourcing Management: Identify, onboard and maintain relationships with suppliers and distributors; negotiate price, payment terms, and promotional support.&#9679; Pricing &amp; Promotions: Set competitive pricing, plan/promote offers and coordinate flash sales / marketplace campaigns to hit weekly &amp; monthly targets.&#9679; Product Content &amp; SEO: Own product titles, descriptions, specs, images and on-site SEO so listings convert and reduce returns.&#9679; Inventory &amp; Demand Planning: Work with operations to maintain healthy stock levels, reduce OOS, and improve fill-rate through forecasting and reorder triggers.&#9679; Data &amp; Performance Analysis: Use weekly/monthly dashboards to track GMV, margin, sell-through, conversion, returns and take corrective action.&#9679; Cross-functional execution: Coordinate with marketing, operations, supply chain, customer support and finance to deliver launches and promotional calendars.&#9679; Competitive &amp; Market Research: Monitor competitor prices, new products and shopper behavior to inform assortment and pricing decisions.Required qualifications &amp; experience:&#9679; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, Economics or related field.&#9679; 2&ndash;3 years experience in e-commerce, retail or FMCG category/merchandising role (marketplaces experience is a plus).&#9679; Strong analytical skills &mdash; comfortable with Excel (pivot tables), Google Sheets, basic SQL or BI tools to derive insights.&#9679; Practical experience with product listing platforms (Shopify/WooCommerce/Magento) or marketplace seller consoles.&#9679; Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills; results-driven and customer oriented.Technical &amp; desirable skills:&#9679; Familiarity with Google Analytics, basic CRO practices (A/B testing), and SEO for product pages.&#9679; Experience with inventory/ERP systems, or exposure to forecasting tools.&#9679; Comfortable working with cross-functional teams and remote/agency partners.Behaviours we want:&#9679; Data-driven, decisive and outcome-focused.&#9679; Commercially savvy with a bias for experimentation and fast iteration.&#9679; Strong communicator: able to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders.&#9679; Attention to detail (content, pricing, promos) and ownership mentality.What We'll Offer:&#9679; A fast-growth marketplace environment &mdash; strong learning curve across sourcing, operations and digital merchandising.&#9679; Clear impact: direct ownership of category performance and visibility to leadership.&#9679; Competitive Dubai compensation package, plus learning opportunities.Job Type: Full-timePay: AED8,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per month

AdRoots

Job Title: Sourcing Specialist/Manager &ndash; Fragrance CategoryLocation: UAEAbout the Role: We are seeking an experienced Sourcing Specialist/Manager for the Fragrance category who will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and managing suppliers across fragrance oils, raw materials, packaging, and contract manufacturing. This role will play a key part in driving cost efficiency, ensuring product quality, and building a robust supply chain ecosystem for our fragrance portfolio in the UAE and international markets.Key ResponsibilitiesSupplier Identification &amp; Management:&#9679; Identify and onboard fragrance houses, raw material suppliers, packaging vendors, and contract manufacturers in the UAE and globally.&#9679; Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability, quality, and competitive pricing.&#9679; Conduct supplier audits and evaluations for compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.Sourcing &amp; Procurement:&#9679; Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with fragrance houses and packaging vendors.&#9679; Ensure timely procurement of fragrance oils, packaging components, and other materials needed for NPD and ongoing production.&#9679; Develop cost-saving initiatives without compromising product quality or brand positioning.Project Collaboration:&#9679; Partner with NPD, Marketing, and Operations teams to align sourcing strategy with product launch timelines.&#9679; Support NPD projects by coordinating fragrance sample deliveries, packaging prototypes, and vendor timelines.&#9679; Troubleshoot supply challenges and ensure smooth delivery across all launches.Compliance &amp; Quality Assurance:&#9679; Ensure all sourced fragrances, ingredients, and packaging comply with IFRA, GCC, EU, and other international regulatory standards.&#9679; Work with Quality and Regulatory teams to validate supplier documentation and product certifications.Market Intelligence &amp; Strategy:&#9679; Monitor global and regional fragrance market trends, raw material pricing, and new supplier capabilities.&#9679; Provide inputs for sourcing strategy to optimize cost, lead times, and innovation opportunities.&#9679; Benchmark suppliers and negotiate competitive advantages for the company.Qualifications &amp; Skills&#9679; Bachelor&rsquo;s/Master&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or related field.&#9679; 5&ndash;8 years of experience in sourcing/procurement within fragrance, beauty, cosmetics, or FMCG industries.&#9679; Strong vendor network and experience with fragrance houses and packaging suppliers (preferably in the Middle East &amp; Europe).&#9679; Knowledge of fragrance oils, raw materials, and packaging development.&#9679; Excellent negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills.&#9679; Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements (IFRA, GCC standards, etc.).&#9679; Ability to manage multiple projects with cross-functional teams under tight timelines.Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Sourcing Fragrance

<div>
 
 
 About noon
 
 
 
 noon.com is a technology leader with a simple mission: to be the best place to buy and sell
 
 
 things. In doing this we hope to accelerate the digital economy of the Middle East, empowering
 
 
 regional talent and businesses to meet the full range of consumers' online needs. noon operates without boundaries; we are aggressively and voraciously ambitious. Starting in 2017 with noon.com, the region&rsquo;s homegrown e-commerce platform and leading online shopping destination, noon is now a digital ecosystem of products and services - noon, noon
 
 
 Daily, noon Food, NowNow, SIVVI, noon VIP, and noon Pay. We are creating the Middle East&rsquo;s local digital champion and are looking for world-class talent to join our team.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 noon&rsquo;s mission: Every door, every day.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What you&rsquo;ll do:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 As a Brand Specialist for Hardlines at noon, you will own your category end-to-end &mdash; from
 
 
 driving selection and availability to optimizing growth and customer experience. You&rsquo;ll build
 
 
 strong vendor relationships, leverage data to identify opportunities, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver commercial success.
 
 
 ● Category &amp; Business Growth: Drive category expansion, improve selection discoverability, and deliver topline growth through data-driven strategies.
 
 
 ● Inventory &amp; Availability: Ensure products remain in stock by managing replenishment, reducing lead times, and optimizing supply chain efficiency.
 
 
 ● Traffic &amp; Conversion: Develop campaigns, promotions, and merchandising strategies to increase traffic and boost conversion rates.
 
 
 ● Vendor Management: Act as the main point of contact for key brands, build strong partnerships, and align on joint business plans.
 
 
 ● Analytics &amp; Insights: Monitor performance metrics, run competitive benchmarking, and provide actionable insights to improve KPIs.
 
 
 ● Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams across operations, finance, and tech to enhance processes and tools supporting growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What you&rsquo;ll need:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ● Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or related field.
 
 
 ● 2&ndash;4 years of experience in account management, category management, ore-commerce.
 
 
 ● Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
 
 
 ● Proficiency in Excel and data analysis
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Who will excel?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re looking for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment. We&rsquo;re
 
 
 searching for problem solvers, people who operate with a bias for action and have a deep
 
 
 understanding of the importance of resourcefulness over reliance.
 
 
 Candor is our only default. Demanding unequivocal high standards should be non-negotiable
 
 
 because quality matters. We want people who are radically candid, cohorts who commit to
 
 
 settling for nothing but the best - in hiring, in accepting work from colleagues, and in your own
 
 
 work. Ours is not an easy mission, but it is a meaningful one. Every hire must actively raise the bar of talent in the company to help us reach our vision.
 
 
 
 
 
 Is this you?
 
</div>

Brand Specialist

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845 category specialist jobs IN Dubai

Buyer - Sports Apparel

Category Executive

Category Manager

Category Manager, FMCG

Category Manager

Sourcing Fragrance

Brand Specialist