Category Associate

7 months ago


Dubai, United Arab Emirates Hafla Full time

**Job Title: Category Associate - Event Venues**

**Location**: Dubai, UAE

**Position Type**: Full-time

**About Us**:
Note - Kindly ensure that all assessment questions are filled as this is the first step in assessment.

**Responsibilities**:

- **Market Analysis**:

- Conduct thorough market research to identify trends and emerging opportunities within the Event Venues market in the Dubai and UAE.
- **Product Selection and Procurement**:

- Collaborate with suppliers and vendors in the Dubai and UAE region to source high-quality and on-trend products that align with the company's brand and customer expectations.
- Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and agreements to ensure a competitive advantage in the local market.
- **Collaboration and Communication**:

- Collaborate with marketing teams to create effective promotional strategies and campaigns in Dubai and UAE market.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, local partners, and stakeholders to ensure alignment on category objectives and initiatives.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Either proven experience in Event Venues / Hotels, with experience in the Events industry being a plus. Or experience working in a startup or fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work under pressure and take ownership of tasks.
- Strong hustle mentality and a proactive approach to challenges.
- Excellent negotiation and vendor management abilities.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on results and continuous improvement.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

- Total Work Experience in years & months
- Why do you want to join Hafla?
- Have you previously worked in a startup or fast-paced environment? If so, please share your experience and how you adapted to the challenges.

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (required)

**Experience**:

- Total Work: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (required)
- Arabic (preferred)

License/Certification:

- UAE Driving License (preferred)

**Location**:

- Dubai (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

- 50% (preferred)



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