Category Manager (Product)

Job Overview

Grupo JAP is seeking a Category Manager (Product) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role involves overseeing product categories, optimizing performance, and contributing to the company’s market leadership in the automotive and mobility sector.

Company Overview

Founded in 1904 in Marco de Canaveses, Grupo JAP is today a reference in the automotive and mobility sector. We represent nearly 20 light vehicle brands, 15 of them distributed through the Carby dealership network. We own Matrizauto (the largest megastore for semi-new and used vehicles in the country) and the SIXT master franchise (one of the world leaders in the rent-a-car sector) in Portugal. We also operate in the retail and repair market for agricultural, industrial, and material handling machinery. Our centenary history is driven by the strength of more than 3200 employees – distributed across approximately 50 companies in about 80 locations – and has been marked by sustained evolution, focused on the continuous improvement of services provided and the satisfaction of our customers and employees. Simultaneously, we are a growing force in the light and heavy vehicle market in Africa (Angola, Mozambique, Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania), in the latter with the official representation of the MAN truck brand, providing repair and assembly services for these vehicles.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Market Competitive
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: None / Open to all applicants
• Experience: 5 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize product categories to maximize sales and profitability.
• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to ensure product availability and promotion.
• Monitor category performance, analyze data, and prepare reports for management.
• Negotiate with suppliers and manage vendor relationships effectively.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Category Manager or similar role, preferably in the automotive or retail sector.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills to drive decision-making.
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in market analysis, strategic planning, and budget management.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, international, and multicultural environment.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a leading international automotive group.
• Be part of a centenarian company with a strong market presence and continuous growth.
• Contribute to the strategic development and expansion of key product categories.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities within a large group.
• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation.