Fresh Food Category Manager
Majid Al Futtaim
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Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Job Details
Country: Saudi Arabia
City: Riyadh
Industry: Food & Beverages
Function: Purchasing Procurement
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for fresh food to maintain optimal stock levels and deliver strong commercial performance.
- Identify new products and suppliers, ensuring consistent quality and competitive pricing.
- Lead tenders, RFQs, and supplier negotiations to secure profitable and compliant deals.
- Build and sustain supplier relationships, including risk assessments and long-term partnership planning.
- Analyze procurement and supply chain data to optimize costs and reduce shortages or overstock situations.
- Ensure suppliers meet quality, safety, and compliance requirements through audits and regular evaluations.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand demand, improve category offerings, and support assortment enhancements.
- Support team development and ensure adherence to MAF Retail Human Capital policies.
Skills Set
- Fresh food sourcing and procurement
- Supplier negotiation and contract management
- Supply chain and stock optimization
- Quality and compliance assessment
- Data analysis and reporting
- Tender and RFQ management
- Supplier relationship development
- Cross-functional collaboration
Why Join Us
- Play a strategic role in shaping fresh food offerings across a leading regional retail group.
- Work in a collaborative, growth-focused environment that values innovation and operational excellence.
- Gain exposure to high-impact procurement and category management initiatives.
- Join a diverse organization committed to development, talent growth, and long-term career success.
Desired Candidate Profile
Ideal Profile
- Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field; Master s degree is an advantage.
- 5 7 years of experience in fresh food procurement, with 2 4 years in retail or FMCG preferred.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
- Advanced Excel proficiency and comfort with procurement systems.
- Fluent in English with strong cross-functional coordination abilities.
Company Industry
- Retail
Department / Functional Area
- Buying
- Purchase
- Procurement
- Vendor Management
Keywords
- Fresh Food Category Manager
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Majid Al Futtaim
Majid Al Futtaim is a major regional group operating leading shopping malls, retail brands, lifestyle destinations, and entertainment platforms. Its Riyadh operations focus on delivering quality, value, and customer-centric retail experiences supported by strong partnerships, innovation, and operational discipline.