Category Manager Buyer

1 week ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Al-Futtaim Full time

What you will do:

  • Develop, implement, and deliver category plans including range reviews, promotions, pricing, and stock that align with the overall commercial strategy and financial goals.
  • Collaborate with the Marketing team to create and execute marketing promotion plans and relevant strategies for the category; adhere to regulations and brand guidelines; and communicate effectively with customers to drive footfall and increase profitable sales.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of promotions, take necessary actions when needed, and share best practices with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with Exclusive Brands to introduce exclusive products/ranges that boost participation and align with established strategies.
  • Work with the planning team to establish a merchandising strategy that ensures the right range in each store, maintains stock availability, and handles slow-moving inventory.
  • Identify and introduce new product opportunities that are competitively priced, commercially feasible, and meet customer demands, leading to increased sales and profitability.
  • Review and manage pricing to ensure competitiveness and maximize profitability while following the company's pricing strategy.
  • Coordinate with the Planning team to meet base sales and promotional forecasts, ensuring in-store availability to meet customer demands.
  • Establish strong internal collaborations with cross-functional team members to support and enhance category objectives and performance.
  • Develop and maintain external relationships to enhance the Watsons offering and meet customer requirements.
  • Utilize appropriate negotiation strategies to secure favorable terms for the category and the business, becoming an expert in the category by continuously improving product knowledge, understanding competitors, and monitoring market trends to achieve performance objectives.

Required Skills:

  • Strong analytical skills
  • Very strong commercial awareness and creative skills.
  • Proven negotiation skills.
  • Decisive and able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Effective communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
  • Display strong delegation skills, set priorities within tasks, and manage deadlines efficiently.
  • Demonstrate excellent time management skills and ability to handle pressure effectively

What equips you for the role:

Minimum Qualification and Knowledge:

Education: Must hold at least a Bachelor's Degree/ Professional Degree/ Post Graduate or equivalent.

Minimum Experience:

At least 5 years of experience as a Buyer in a retail setting (Health and Beauty).

Preferably with retail experience.

Behavioral Competencies:

  • Exercise good judgment in decision-making
  • Act with integrity and respect
  • Adapt to business-required changes
  • Manage multiple tasks concurrently in a fast-paced environment
  • Promptly and independently handle unexpected events and issues
  • Identify priorities, organize and plan activities for timely execution
  • Work effectively as part of a team
  • Willingness to travel

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