Majid Al Futtaim
Majid Al Futtaim presently has a job opening for suitably qualified and experienced candidate for position of a Category Manager. This job was posted by Majid Al Futtaim on 1 December. All aspiring candidates fulfilling the undermentioned criteria should promptly avail this opportunity.
Job Purpose of A Category Manager
- The Category Manager is responsible for coordinating with buyers as well as supporting purchases for MAF Retail.
- The role holder is also responsible for assisting with selection and examining products that get to store shelves, in catalogues, and online.
Job Duties of A Category Manager
- Research and review new products to meet company’s goals.
- Research and suggest new suppliers with long-term cost savings or quality improvement.
- Engage in souring the best quality products for competitive prices aligned with the organizations objectives.
- Manage the issuances of tenders and RFQs to the market in coordination with the relevant business users within MAF Retail.
- Cultivate relationships with existing and future suppliers.
- Develop and provide inputs on the risk evaluation of existing and future supply contracts.
- Develop reports on key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
- Follow all required policies and procedures related to quality assurance of sourced items.
Qualification & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Business Administration.
- 3+ years of experience in a similar role, retail is prefarable .
Skills Desired
- Talent in negotiations and networking.
- Strong people management skills.
- Strong business communication and presentation skills.