Careem is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Category Executive – Private Label to join its fast-growing Groceries team in Dubai. This full-time role is ideal for professionals with a passion for grocery retail and category management. The selected candidate will support sourcing, pricing, promotions, product assortment, and supplier coordination to help build a seamless and competitive Q-commerce grocery experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Category Manager in implementing strategies aligned with business goals

• Manage and maintain product assortment across grocery categories (e.g., Fresh, Beverages, Non-Food)

• Liaise with suppliers for pricing, product details, and daily coordination

• Monitor and analyze category performance including pricing, sales, and stock

• Conduct market research on private label competitors for pricing and portfolio optimization

• Perform complex costing calculations and analyze landed costs for imports

• Support supplier sourcing and market tendering for quality partnerships

• Ensure accurate and timely listing of products, descriptions, and images on the app

• Coordinate with supply chain for SKU onboarding and stock availability

• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and prepare for business reviews

Job Requirements:

• 2–3 years of experience in category management, merchandising, or buying (preferably in grocery, retail, or FMCG)

• Strong commercial sense and excellent communication and coordination skills

• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets; experience with reporting tools is a plus

• Basic understanding of category performance KPIs

• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage time effectively

• Passionate about grocery retail and eager to grow in category management

• Proactive, quick learner, and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

About the Company:
Founded in 2012, Careem is building the Everything App for the Middle East – making transportation, food, groceries, and payments simpler than ever. Operating in over 70 cities across 10 countries, Careem has empowered 2.5 million Captains, served 70 million customers, and continues to be a hub for the region’s top talent.