Category Manager
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JL Consultoria | Linx Franquias is a consulting and solutions partner focused on optimizing franchise and retail operations. The organization supports brands in strengthening their commercial performance through data-driven strategies and practical, field-tested methodologies.
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Company Description
JL Consultoria | Linx Franquias is a consulting and solutions partner focused on optimizing franchise and retail operations.
The organization supports brands in strengthening their commercial performance through data-driven strategies and practical, field-tested methodologies.
Teams collaborate closely with clients to improve assortment, pricing, and inventory management while enhancing customer experience.
With an emphasis on measurable results and long-term partnerships, JL Consultoria | Linx Franquias offers an environment where professionals can contribute to impactful projects and grow their careers.
Role Description
This full-time Category Manager role is based in Dubai in a hybrid work model, combining on-site collaboration with some work-from-home flexibility.
The Category Manager will oversee assigned product categories, define category strategies, and manage the full lifecycle from assortment planning to performance review.
Daily responsibilities include analyzing sales and margin data, monitoring market trends, and identifying opportunities to improve category performance.
The role will negotiate contracts and commercial terms with suppliers, collaborate with procurement and sales teams, and align category plans with overall business objectives.
The Category Manager will also prepare regular reports, dashboards, and presentations to support decision-making and ensure clear communication with internal stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Strong Category Management skills, including experience in assortment planning, pricing, and lifecycle management.
- Advanced Analytical Skills to interpret sales, margin, and market data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
- Proficiency in Contract Negotiation with suppliers, including commercial terms, service levels, and performance metrics.
- Experience in Procurement processes, supplier selection, and ongoing vendor relationship management.
- Sales acumen with the ability to collaborate with commercial teams and support revenue and margin growth initiatives.
- Relevant experience in retail, franchising, FMCG, or a similar category-focused environment.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work in a hybrid setup.
- High level of proficiency in Excel and other analytical or reporting tools; familiarity with ERP or category management systems is an advantage.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Supply Chain, or a related field; advanced education or certifications are a plus.
- Fluency in English; additional languages relevant to the region are beneficial.
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