Category Analyst - Merchandising Performance & Reporting Job Vacancy in UAE Dubai
Posted date [2025-05-26]
(ID: 35116)
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About the Company Sharaf DG, a flagship brand of the Sharaf Group, is one of the UAE’s leading electronics and technology retail chains with a strong presence across the Middle East, including Bahrain, Oman, and Egypt. Built on a unique concept in consumer electronics retailing, Sharaf DG is designed to meet the evolving needs of today’s tech-savvy and quality-conscious customers. Serving over one million customers monthly, Sharaf DG offers the widest selection of top global brands across multiple product categories such as consumer electronics, IT, telecom, home appliances, home entertainment, and smart technology. More than just a retail brand, Sharaf DG is also a dynamic player in energy solutions, franchise operations, and B2B services, providing diverse career paths across multiple business verticals. Sharaf DG is constantly expanding and offers exciting job opportunities in Dubai and across the UAE in sales, retail operations, customer service, logistics, merchandising, marketing, IT support, and business development. As an employer of choice, we value talent, diversity, and innovation. With a workforce representing over 40 nationalities, we foster an inclusive and high-performing work culture. Our employees are rewarded with competitive pay, benefits, and career advancement opportunities in a supportive and growth-driven environment. At Sharaf DG, you’ll be empowered to make an impact and build a rewarding career in one of the fastest-growing electronics retail and technology solution companies in the region. Explore Sharaf DG careers in Dubai and across the Emirates today and become part of a future-focused, customer-centric team that’s redefining retail excellence.... |
Category Analyst - Merchandising Performance & Reporting
Job Overview
Sharaf DG is seeking a Category Analyst to support its merchandising division by analyzing sales performance, generating MIS reports, and assisting in sales planning and income tracking across product categories. This role will be based in Dubai and is key to optimizing category performance, promotional effectiveness, and data-driven merchandising strategies.
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Retail
Function: Data Analysis / Merchandising
Salary: 8000-10000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Job Overview
As a Category Analyst, you will work closely with the DGM – Merchandising and Category Managers to monitor sales targets, track event performance, and reconcile sales and income data. You will also manage the launch and performance tracking of new initiatives, promotions, and staff incentives, while ensuring timely delivery of weekly and monthly financial and operational reports.
Key Responsibilities
* Support category planning by tracking KPIs, analyzing sales, and identifying opportunities for improvement
* Monitor category-wise top and bottom-line performance and deliver actionable insights to management
* Coordinate and report sales and income for promotional events and category campaigns
* Launch, monitor, and reconcile sales staff incentive programs in coordination with finance
* Develop and present daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports in alignment with merchandising goals
* Conduct deep data mining across product, pricing, sales, and customer metrics to support decision-making
* Reconcile category-level income and sales with finance, ensuring accuracy and timely closure of MIS
* Collaborate with IT, marketing, and merchandising teams to improve reporting systems and dashboards
* Support the rollout of new initiatives and monitor implementation through structured performance reports
* Provide performance diagnostic reports to senior stakeholders for ongoing strategic alignment
Job Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field
* Minimum 3–5 years of experience in retail category management, merchandising analytics, or sales planning
* Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, dashboards, and advanced formulas
* Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP, for sales and financial reconciliation
* Strong analytical and presentation skills with the ability to interpret large data sets
* Strong coordination skills and ability to work cross-functionally with merchandising, finance, and IT
* Detail-oriented with a structured approach to reporting and timeline management
What We Offer
* High-impact analyst role within the retail merchandising team
* Competitive salary with performance-linked growth opportunities
* Direct contribution to key retail decisions, promotions, and planning processes
* Opportunity to work with advanced analytics tools and multi-department collaboration
About the Company
Sharaf DG, a leading name in electronics and lifestyle retail in the UAE, leverages strong merchandising and data strategies to maintain its edge in a highly competitive market. The merchandising function plays a crucial role in driving revenue and customer satisfaction through insight-led category optimization.
Job Overview
Sharaf DG is seeking a Category Analyst to support its merchandising division by analyzing sales performance, generating MIS reports, and assisting in sales planning and income tracking across product categories. This role will be based in Dubai and is key to optimizing category performance, promotional effectiveness, and data-driven merchandising strategies.
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Retail
Function: Data Analysis / Merchandising
Salary: 8000-10000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Job Overview
As a Category Analyst, you will work closely with the DGM – Merchandising and Category Managers to monitor sales targets, track event performance, and reconcile sales and income data. You will also manage the launch and performance tracking of new initiatives, promotions, and staff incentives, while ensuring timely delivery of weekly and monthly financial and operational reports.
Key Responsibilities
* Support category planning by tracking KPIs, analyzing sales, and identifying opportunities for improvement
* Monitor category-wise top and bottom-line performance and deliver actionable insights to management
* Coordinate and report sales and income for promotional events and category campaigns
* Launch, monitor, and reconcile sales staff incentive programs in coordination with finance
* Develop and present daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports in alignment with merchandising goals
* Conduct deep data mining across product, pricing, sales, and customer metrics to support decision-making
* Reconcile category-level income and sales with finance, ensuring accuracy and timely closure of MIS
* Collaborate with IT, marketing, and merchandising teams to improve reporting systems and dashboards
* Support the rollout of new initiatives and monitor implementation through structured performance reports
* Provide performance diagnostic reports to senior stakeholders for ongoing strategic alignment
Job Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field
* Minimum 3–5 years of experience in retail category management, merchandising analytics, or sales planning
* Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, dashboards, and advanced formulas
* Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP, for sales and financial reconciliation
* Strong analytical and presentation skills with the ability to interpret large data sets
* Strong coordination skills and ability to work cross-functionally with merchandising, finance, and IT
* Detail-oriented with a structured approach to reporting and timeline management
What We Offer
* High-impact analyst role within the retail merchandising team
* Competitive salary with performance-linked growth opportunities
* Direct contribution to key retail decisions, promotions, and planning processes
* Opportunity to work with advanced analytics tools and multi-department collaboration
About the Company
Sharaf DG, a leading name in electronics and lifestyle retail in the UAE, leverages strong merchandising and data strategies to maintain its edge in a highly competitive market. The merchandising function plays a crucial role in driving revenue and customer satisfaction through insight-led category optimization.
