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Director, Category Strategy & Department Performance

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia · On-site · Full-time

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  • EmployerJobsforhumanity
  • LocationJeddah, Saudi Arabia
  • Work styleOn-site
  • Employment typeFull-time
  • Employer posted

Lead and manage a department category strategy, execution, and team performance to achieve revenue, margin, and growth targets. Key Performance Indicators: • Own category P&L performance and profitability • Develop strategies increasing sales and market share • Optimize assortment and pricing for margin gains • Manage supplier relationships and negotiation outcomes • Deliver KPI-driven team performance and execution Qualifications: • 5+ years category management or merchandising experience • Proven leadership experience managing teams • Strong analytical skills with retail/commercial KPIs • Experience with pricing, assortment, and promotion planning • Knowledge of procurement and vendor negotiation practices

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years category management or merchandising experience
  • Proven leadership experience managing teams
  • Strong analytical skills with retail/commercial KPIs
  • Experience with pricing, assortment, and promotion planning
  • Knowledge of procurement and vendor negotiation practices
  • Category management frameworks
  • Assortment planning and forecasting
  • Pricing optimization and promotion planning
  • P&L management and KPI reporting
  • Supply/vendor negotiation basics
  • Strategic thinking
  • Cross-functional leadership
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Communication and stakeholder management
  • Problem-solving and execution focus

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  • Work styleOn-site
  • Employment typeFull-time
  • SeniorityMid level
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