Category Leader - Retail Strategy

Category Leader - Retail Strategy Job SnapshotRole: Category LeaderLocation: Dubai, UAEIndustry: RetailFunction: ManagementExperience: Not specifiedJob Type: Full TimeOverview Amazon is hiring a Category Leader in Dubai, UAE to define and execute category strategy while leading a team of managers and driving performance at scale. The role combines strategic planning, people leadership, vendor negotiations, inventory optimization, marketing collaboration, and data-driven process improvement. The Category Leader will balance immediate business priorities with long-term objectives while developing initiatives that strengthen category performance and customer experience.Job Details Country: UAE City: Dubai Industry: Retail Function: Management Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-siteKey Job ResponsibilitiesDefine and execute the strategic vision for the goals, operating mechanisms, and team structures aligned with long-term business objectives.Balance short-term priorities with longer-term category , develop, and grow a team of managers through coaching and career development.Build an inclusive working environment where team members can perform effectively.Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to develop and implement inventory optimization with marketing teams on campaigns designed to improve category performance and customer experience.Negotiate with vendors to secure favorable commercial terms.Maintain vendor compliance and evaluate performance against business objectives.Establish scalable mechanisms for process improvement and operational excellence.Use data to identify business risks, opportunities, and areas requiring action.Develop and communicate strategic recommendations to leadership.Write strategic documents and prepare clear narratives for leadership reviews.Category LeadershipThe Category Leader owns both strategic direction and organizational execution. The role requires sound judgment when navigating ambiguity and making trade-offs, along with the ability to align managers and cross-functional partners around category priorities. Day-to-day work includes reviewing category performance metrics, setting priorities with the leadership team, coaching direct reports, participating in vendor negotiations, and working with marketing and supply chain partners on upcoming QualificationsBachelor 's degree or equivalent in a technical or analytical discipline.Experience in vendor with pricing and promotion.Experience in inventory management.Experience in product development.Experience leading multi-functional teams.Experience developing people managers in a data-driven environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience in consulting, business development, product management, or as a business leader with P and L responsibilities in an international environment.About the TeamThe team focuses on delivering strong selection and value to customers through category management. It operates in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, with an emphasis on category strategy, innovation, simplification, and long-term development of leadership talent.About the CompanyThis position is with Souq.com FZ LLC and supports Amazon 's category management activities in Dubai, UAE. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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