Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and grow the Japanese/Asian food product portfolio.
Develop category strategies to achieve sales and profitability targets.
Source products and negotiate directly with international suppliers.
Build and maintain strong relationships with overseas vendors.
Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to drive category growth.
Analyze market trends, customer demand, pricing, and competitor activities.
Manage product lifecycle, pricing, promotions, and inventory planning.
Desired Candidate Profile
Candidate Profile:
Proven experience in Japanese food products and the Asian food category.
Strong background in Category Management, Sales, and Business Development.
Experience in category management and product portfolio management.
Hands-on experience in sourcing and negotiating with international vendors/suppliers.
Ability to identify market opportunities, develop category strategies, and drive business growth.
Experience in launching and managing imported food brands in the UAE market is preferred