Category Executive

Role Overview

Category Executive at Careem, a multinational Everything App platform operating across the greater Middle East. This role supports the Groceries team, specifically the Ultrafresh category, based within Careem's regional operations spanning 70+ cities across 10 countries.

Company Overview

Careem is building the Everything App for the greater Middle East, enabling customers to move around, order food and groceries, manage payments, and access additional services. Since 2012, Careem has created earnings for over 2.5 million Captains and simplified the lives of over 70 million customers. The platform operates in over 70 cities across 10 countries, from Morocco to Pakistan, and serves as a hub for the region's best talent and entrepreneurs.

The Careem Groceries team transforms how people shop for everyday essentials by offering a fast, reliable, and seamless Q-commerce experience. The Category Management team is responsible for building the right assortment, pricing, and promotions that delight customers while driving business growth.

Role Purpose

To support the grocery category team in managing assortment, sourcing, pricing, and promotions for the Ultrafresh category. This role is ideal for someone passionate about the industry, with strong attention to detail and eagerness to grow skills in category management and commercial operations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Planning

• Support the Category Manager in executing category strategies aligned with business goals.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, new product opportunities, and benchmark pricing.
• Help plan and execute weekly and monthly promotions in collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Assortment & Sourcing

• Assist in sourcing new products and maintaining the assortment for the Ultrafresh category.
• Liaise with the supply chain team to support availability, smooth onboarding of new SKUs, and replenishment cycles.

Supplier Management

• Coordinate with suppliers to gather product details, pricing, promotional offers, and manage day-to-day communication.
• Maintain strong working relationships with key suppliers and help prepare for periodic business reviews.

Performance & Operations

• Track performance of your category, including sales, pricing, and stock availability, and flag risks or opportunities.
• Ensure accurate and timely listing of products, content, and images on the app in coordination with the content team.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2–3 years of experience in the Ultrafresh segment, preferably within a retail or quick-commerce or e-commerce environment.
• Strong understanding of the Ultrafresh market in the UAE, including supplier landscape, seasonality, and quality standards.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and coordination skills with a strong commercial mindset.
• Detail-oriented with solid organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets; familiarity with reporting and data tools is a plus.
• Strong analytical abilities and understanding of commercial KPIs and category performance metrics.
• Passion for grocery retail and strong desire to build a career in category management.
• Proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

• Full-time position.
• Work 4 days a week in office and 1 day from home, with the ability to work remotely from any country in the world for 30 days a year.
• Unlimited vacation days per year.
• Access to healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements for health activities including gym, health club, and training classes.
• Opportunity to work and learn from inspiring colleagues within a purposeful organization dedicated to creating impact in the region.
• Daily opportunities to explore new learning and growth prospects.