Manager - Commercial | Emirati Talent | MAF Retail | Head Office UAE

Majid Al Futtaim
United Arab Emirates
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: People, HR & TalentExperience: 5-7 yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Communication","Presentation","Teamwork","Time management","Problem-solving"]

Lead strategic sourcing and category management for MAF Retail, developing supplier networks, managing tender and RFQ processes, and optimizing inventory while ensuring quality and cost efficiency across stores, catalogues, and online channels. Coordinate with buyers, stakeholders, and internal teams to meet business objectives and deliver continuous procurement improvements.

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Majid Al Futtaim
Majid Al Futtaim
5 months ago

Manager - Commercial | Emirati Talent | MAF Retail | Head Office UAE

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Job Summary

Lead strategic sourcing and category management for MAF Retail, developing supplier networks, managing tender and RFQ processes, and optimizing inventory while ensuring quality and cost efficiency across stores, catalogues, and online channels. Coordinate with buyers, stakeholders, and internal teams to meet business objectives and deliver continuous procurement improvements.
Location: United Arab Emirates
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time · Permanent
Job Function: People, HR & Talent
Seniority: Manager level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Develop and implement sourcing strategies to ensure optimal stock levels, cost efficiency, and alignment with business objectives.
  • •Identify, evaluate, and introduce new products and suppliers to drive quality improvements and long-term cost savings.
  • •Manage tendering and RFQ processes, ensuring competitive sourcing and effective negotiation to secure favorable commercial terms.
  • •Analyze data to prevent stock shortages and overstocking, and implement control measures to optimize inventory.
  • •Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align sourcing requirements, track retail trends, support business needs, and contribute to team development and best practices.

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master’s degree is an advantage.
  • •5–7 years of experience in a similar role, with 2–4 years of experience in the retail or FMCG sector preferred.
  • •Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.
  • •Excellent teamwork and time management abilities, with a structured and organized approach to work.
  • •Strong numerical aptitude and decision-making skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Experience:5-7 yearsRetailFMCGSupply chainProcurement
Education:Bachelor's in Supply Chain Management
Skills:CommunicationPresentationTeamworkTime managementProblem-solving
Languages:EnglishArabic
Tech Stack:Microsoft Excel

Eligibility

Nationality:UAE National

Company Brief

Majid Al Futtaim
Emirati-owned diversified lifestyle conglomerate operating shopping malls, retail (including Carrefour franchise), leisure, hotels, and real estate across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, serving hundreds of millions of customers annually.
Industry: Conglomerates & Holding Companies
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Established Company
Funding: Private Equity Backed
Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded: 1992
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