Sr. Category Manager (Sr. Private Label)

As the region’s leading local tech organization, we’re proud to say that we have been delivering for millions of people right across MENA for the past 18 years.
We were founded in Kuwait in 2004, and acquired by Delivery Hero (DHER) in 2015. This gives us a unique outlook - local knowledge with global expertise. It also allows us to innovate, create, and bring new technologies for the betterment of the MENA region, such as q-commerce, sustainable packaging, cloud kitchens, autonomous delivery vehicles, robots, and drones.
We deliver across 9 countries with more than 4,500+ employees! Our food delivery business works with over 27,000 brands and almost 50,000 branches.
Our q-commerce concept, talabat mart (121 Stores), now delivers groceries to customers in Bahrain, Iraq, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and the UAE in 30 minutes or less!

talabat is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s leading local delivery platform operating in 70+ countries worldwide

•  Conduct market research to identify new product opportunities.
•  Develop and implement private label product strategies.
•  Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions.
•  Manage product lifecycles from concept to launch.
•  Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop promotional strategies.
•  Monitor and analyze product performance and make data-driven decisions.
•  Ensure compliance with industry regulations and quality standards.
•  Manage budgets and financial performance of private label products.
•  Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely delivery of products.
•  Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
•  Oversee packaging design and branding efforts.
•  Conduct competitive analysis to stay ahead of market trends.
•  Prepare and present reports on product performance to senior management.
•  Identify and mitigate risks associated with private label products.
•  Continuously seek opportunities for product improvement and innovation.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Private Label
• Proven experience as Sr Category Manager for Private Label or similar role
• Solid knowledge of category management, marketing and sales principles
• Understanding of data analysis and forecasting methods
• Proficient in MS Office
• An analytical mind with a strategic ability
• Excellent communication and people skills