Job Description

Category Manager - Sports Retail - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
The Category Manager - Sports Retail role is responsible for leading category performance within the Sports Common division in Dubai, UAE. This position focuses on driving sales growth, optimizing inventory, and shaping product assortments that align with customer demand, market trends, and business objectives while strengthening GMG's leadership in the sports retail sector.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Retail
Function: Merchandise Planning and Buying
Salary: 16000-20000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end category assortment planning including product selection, pricing strategies, and inventory optimization.
• Conduct detailed market and competitor analysis to identify customer trends and commercial opportunities.
• Develop and execute promotional strategies aligned with seasonal demand and category profitability goals.
• Lead and guide buying and merchandising teams to ensure assortments meet customer expectations and strategic objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance, negotiate commercial terms, and secure competitive pricing and delivery schedules.
• Utilize tools such as SAP and Power BI to track category performance and implement corrective actions where required.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels by balancing availability, turnover, and cost efficiency.
• Partner with logistics teams to ensure smooth product flow and proactively resolve supply chain challenges.
• Prepare and present comprehensive category performance reports with insights and recommendations for senior leadership.

People Management

• Set clear performance objectives and KPIs aligned with organizational goals.
• Mentor and develop team members through regular guidance, coaching, and structured feedback.
• Apply performance management practices to monitor progress and drive continuous improvement.
• Foster a results-driven, collaborative environment that supports individual and team growth.

Ideal Profile

• Proven experience in category management, buying, or merchandising within sports or retail environments.
• Strong expertise in inventory optimization and commercial planning.
• Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in data analytics tools.
• Excellent negotiation, strategic planning, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Leadership mindset with experience mentoring and developing teams.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to lead a key category within a major sports retail division.
• Exposure to international and home-grown brands across a large retail network.
• Collaborative, data-driven environment with strong leadership visibility.
• Competitive compensation and long-term career growth within a diversified retail group.

About the Company
GMG is a global well-being company operating across retail, distribution, manufacturing, properties, and logistics. With more than four decades of experience and operations spanning the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG manages a wide portfolio of international and home-grown brands. The company is recognized for its disciplined commercial strategy, strong supplier partnerships, and commitment to delivering high-quality retail experiences across multiple markets.
Job Title Category Manager - Sports Retail - Dubai, UAE
Category Manager - Sports Retail - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
The Category Manager - Sports Retail role is responsible for leading category performance within the Sports Common division in Dubai, UAE. This position focuses on driving sales growth, optimizing inventory, and shaping product assortments that align with customer demand, market trends, and business objectives while strengthening GMG's leadership in the sports retail sector.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Retail
Function: Merchandise Planning and Buying
Salary: 16000-20000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end category assortment planning including product selection, pricing strategies, and inventory optimization.
• Conduct detailed market and competitor analysis to identify customer trends and commercial opportunities.
• Develop and execute promotional strategies aligned with seasonal demand and category profitability goals.
• Lead and guide buying and merchandising teams to ensure assortments meet customer expectations and strategic objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance, negotiate commercial terms, and secure competitive pricing and delivery schedules.
• Utilize tools such as SAP and Power BI to track category performance and implement corrective actions where required.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels by balancing availability, turnover, and cost efficiency.
• Partner with logistics teams to ensure smooth product flow and proactively resolve supply chain challenges.
• Prepare and present comprehensive category performance reports with insights and recommendations for senior leadership.

People Management

• Set clear performance objectives and KPIs aligned with organizational goals.
• Mentor and develop team members through regular guidance, coaching, and structured feedback.
• Apply performance management practices to monitor progress and drive continuous improvement.
• Foster a results-driven, collaborative environment that supports individual and team growth.

Ideal Profile

• Proven experience in category management, buying, or merchandising within sports or retail environments.
• Strong expertise in inventory optimization and commercial planning.
• Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in data analytics tools.
• Excellent negotiation, strategic planning, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Leadership mindset with experience mentoring and developing teams.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to lead a key category within a major sports retail division.
• Exposure to international and home-grown brands across a large retail network.
• Collaborative, data-driven environment with strong leadership visibility.
• Competitive compensation and long-term career growth within a diversified retail group.

About the Company
GMG is a global well-being company operating across retail, distribution, manufacturing, properties, and logistics. With more than four decades of experience and operations spanning the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG manages a wide portfolio of international and home-grown brands. The company is recognized for its disciplined commercial strategy, strong supplier partnerships, and commitment to delivering high-quality retail experiences across multiple markets.
Post Details
Job Start Date
Salary from 16000.00
Salary to 20000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location -
Location City Dubai
Desired Candidate's Profile
Gender No Preference
Nationality
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