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Senior Category Manager – Frozen (GCC)

Description

We are seeking a dynamic and resilient Senior Category Manager to lead our strategic USD 600M+ Frozen portfolio across the GCC. Based in Jeddah, you will be at the heart of our commercial strategy, responsible for driving category growth, brand equity, and innovation. This pivotal role involves full P&L ownership, developing market-specific strategies, and leading a high-performing team. You will collaborate extensively with cross-functional teams including Sales, RGM, and Supply Chain to ensure execution excellence. The ideal candidate is a commercially sharp, consumer-obsessed leader with a proven track record in FMCG category management. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on a core business category and fast-track your career within a vibrant, multicultural environment. 📍 Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – Industrial City Phase 4 📝 Reporting to: Marketing Director – Large FMCG Company 💰 Compensation: Mid to high 40K SAR monthly (75% Basic | 25% Allowances) 🎁 Bonus: 25% of Annual Basic Salary 🏥 Benefits: A-class medical insurance (self & dependents), life insurance, air ticket allowance (self), 21 days annual leave (30 after 5 years) 🌍 Nationality: Saudi National (preferred) or Expat

Requirements

1. 8–10 years of progressive experience in FMCG marketing or category management.

2. Demonstrated experience with full P&L ownership and management for a large-scale product portfolio.

3. Proven ability to develop and execute category strategies tailored to diverse GCC market dynamics.

4. Track record of leading the end-to-end New Product Development (NPD) process from insight to successful market launch.

5. Expertise in managing the '6Ps' (Product, Price, Pack, Place, Promotion, People) to drive consumer conversion.

6. Strong proficiency in using data analytics tools like Nielsen, Power BI, or similar platforms to inform commercial strategy.

7. Experience in leading and collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Trade Marketing, RGM, and Supply Chain.

8. Direct people management experience, including coaching and developing Assistant Brand Managers or similar roles.

Desirable

1. Specific experience within the frozen or broader food categories.

2. Background with leading multinational FMCG companies such as Nestlé, Unilever, P&G, or Mondelez.

3. Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills across all organizational levels.

4. A resilient and adaptable mindset, with the ability to lead change in a dynamic business culture.

5. Willingness to relocate within the GCC region as required for career progression.

Role Highlights

💰 Compensation

SAR 40,000 - SAR 50,000

📍 Location

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

💼 Work Location Type

Onsite

📈 Job Level

Senior

⌛ Experience

6-10 Years

🏢 Department

Marketing

🏭 Industry

Manufacturing

🔹 Sub-Industry

Food & Beverage

Total Applications :

231

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1. Do you have a minimum of 8 years of experience in FMCG category or brand management? *

2. Have you previously held direct P&L responsibility for a major product category? *

3. Does your experience include developing and implementing category strategies specifically for GCC markets? *

4. Have you led a new product launch from the initial concept and insight phase through to market execution? *

5. Do you have experience directly managing and developing team members, such as Assistant Brand Managers? *

6. Are you proficient in using data analysis tools like Nielsen or Power BI to make commercial decisions? *

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