Category Manager
Bayut | dubizzle, United Arab Emirates
Job Description
Bayut amp; dubizzle have the unique distinction of being iconic, homegrown brands with a strong presence across the seven emirates in the UAE. Connecting millions of users across the country, we are committed to delivering the best online search experience.
As part of EMPG, we are alongside some of the strongest classifieds brands in the market. With a collective strength of 10 brands, we have more than 200 million monthly users that trust in our dedication to providing them with the best platform for their needs.
As the Category Manager for dubizzle Premium, you will be responsible for managing key teams that drive the category health of re-commerce business. You will also be involved in building commercial processes for a new business for UAE’s leading online classifieds.
In this role, you will:
- Define, execute, and communicate commercial processes, standards, and best practices to deliver the optimal performance of the category.
- Understand data or insights to determine consumer trends.
- Foster trust relationships with vendors to achieve most competitive pricing.
- Manage the buying team to meet monthly targets on procurement from potential leads.
- Manage the sales team to meet monthly targets on sale to potential outbound leads.
- Provide regular feedback on product pricing and device revenue optimization strategies.
- Manage the content and support team to improve traction and ensure maximum customer satisfaction.
- Take a leadership role and aim to drive innovation and constantly improve the user experience.
- Align with customers where required to get feedback and ensure that feedback is acted upon.
- Timely and accurate updates/information provided to relevant teams and senior management.
- Maintain knowledge of industry best practices and trends.
- KPI management and tracking team member performance.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's/Master's degree in Business Administration/Sales/Marketing
- Previous experience managing/owning a Pamp;L
- Proven work experience as a Sales or Category Manager
- Experience working in high growth tech/e commerce companies
- Team management
- Vendor/relationship management
- Category management knowledge is a plus
- Strong team player who has worked cross-function before to coordinate and meet deadlines
- Outstanding organizational skills
- Strong communication and follow-up skills.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excel/analytical skills
- Strong capability to undertake any tasks in a high pressure environment
- High adaptability to change and ability to execute quickly
Benefits
- A fast paced, high performing team.
- Multicultural environment with over 50 different nationalities
- Competitive Tax-free Salary
- Comprehensive Health insurance
- Annual Air Ticket Allowance
- Employee discounts at multiple vendors across the emirates
- Rewards amp; Recognitions
- Learning amp; Development
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