Overview Apparel Group is a multi-award-winning global fashion and lifestyle retail conglomerate based in Dubai, UAE, with operations across the GCC. Today, Apparel Group caters to millions of eager shoppers through its 2,300+ retail stores and 85+ brands on all platforms while employing over 27,000 multicultural staff. Apparel Group is set to cross new barriers and create fresh benchmarks in the retail industry to become the topmost global retailer. The company has achieved mercurial growth in the last 26 years by introducing world-class labels from around the globe, including Nine West, Tommy Hilfiger, ALDO, Charles & Keith, Jamie’s Italian and Tim Hortons, to name a few....

Category Manager – Fragrance Retail

Job Snapshot

* Role: Category Manager Fragrance
* Location: Dubai UAE
* Industry: Retail
* Experience: 5+ years in category management or buying
* Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview
Category Manager – Fragrance Retail role in Dubai UAE Retail industry is a high-impact hiring opportunity focused on driving fragrance category growth, brand partnerships, and commercial performance. This role blends strategic buying, supplier negotiations, and marketing execution to deliver strong sales, premium brand positioning, and enhanced customer experience across retail and e-commerce channels.

Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Retail
Function: Merchandise Planning and Buying
Salary: 18000–28000
(Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai;
please confirm the final offer with the employer.)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Role Context
This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end fragrance category, from supplier partnerships to in-store execution. It plays a critical role in shaping product assortment, optimizing pricing strategies, and ensuring inventory efficiency while maintaining strong relationships with global fragrance brands and distributors.

Key Responsibilities

* Drive category sales growth and profitability across retail stores and online platforms
* Define pricing strategies aligned with market positioning and brand value
* Analyse category performance and implement actions to improve results
* Lead assortment planning to ensure a competitive and relevant product mix
* Build and manage relationships with global fragrance houses and local distributors
* Negotiate commercial terms including rebates, exclusivity, and marketing support
* Plan and execute promotional calendars, campaigns, and in-store activations
* Support visual merchandising and ensure strong product storytelling in stores
* Train retail teams on product knowledge, launches, and customer engagement
* Collaborate with supply chain teams on forecasting, replenishment, and stock planning
* Monitor inventory levels to minimize stock gaps and overstock situations
* Coordinate logistics and operations to ensure smooth product flow

Ideal Profile

* Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field; MBA is an advantage
* 5+ years of experience in category management, buying, or merchandising
* Experience in beauty, fragrance, or luxury retail preferred
* Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret sales and market data
* Proven negotiation skills with suppliers and brand partners
* Understanding of pricing strategies, promotions, and market benchmarking
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Strong communication and presentation skills

Skills Set

* Category management and assortment planning
* Supplier negotiation and relationship management
* Pricing strategy and margin optimization
* Retail analytics and performance tracking
* Inventory planning and supply chain coordination
* Promotional planning and campaign execution
* Visual merchandising and product positioning
* ERP systems and e-commerce platforms

Why Join Us

* Opportunity to lead a high-value fragrance category within a major retail group
* Work with global luxury brands and premium product portfolios
* Strong exposure to both retail and e-commerce business channels
* Career growth in buying, category management, and commercial strategy
* Dynamic environment driven by innovation and consumer trends

About the Company
Apparel Group is a leading fashion and lifestyle retail organization in the Middle East, managing a wide portfolio of international brands and delivering premium retail experiences across multiple markets.

Job Title Category Manager – Fragrance Retail Job Description Category Manager – Fragrance Retail Job Snapshot * Role: Category Manager Fragrance * Location: Dubai UAE * Industry: Retail * Experience: 5+ years in category management or buying * Job Type: Full-time Position Overview Category Manager – Fragrance Retail role in Dubai UAE Retail industry is a high-impact hiring opportunity focused on driving fragrance category growth, brand partnerships, and commercial performance. This role blends strategic buying, supplier negotiations, and marketing execution to deliver strong sales, premium brand positioning, and enhanced customer experience across retail and e-commerce channels. Job Details Country: UAE City: Dubai Industry: Retail Function: Merchandise Planning and Buying Salary: 18000–28000 (Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer.) Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time Role Context This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end fragrance category, from supplier partnerships to in-store execution. It plays a critical role in shaping product assortment, optimizing pricing strategies, and ensuring inventory efficiency while maintaining strong relationships with global fragrance brands and distributors. Key Responsibilities * Drive category sales growth and profitability across retail stores and online platforms * Define pricing strategies aligned with market positioning and brand value * Analyse category performance and implement actions to improve results * Lead assortment planning to ensure a competitive and relevant product mix * Build and manage relationships with global fragrance houses and local distributors * Negotiate commercial terms including rebates, exclusivity, and marketing support * Plan and execute promotional calendars, campaigns, and in-store activations * Support visual merchandising and ensure strong product storytelling in stores * Train retail teams on product knowledge, launches, and customer engagement * Collaborate with supply chain teams on forecasting, replenishment, and stock planning * Monitor inventory levels to minimize stock gaps and overstock situations * Coordinate logistics and operations to ensure smooth product flow Ideal Profile * Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field; MBA is an advantage * 5+ years of experience in category management, buying, or merchandising * Experience in beauty, fragrance, or luxury retail preferred * Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret sales and market data * Proven negotiation skills with suppliers and brand partners * Understanding of pricing strategies, promotions, and market benchmarking * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment * Strong communication and presentation skills Skills Set * Category management and assortment planning * Supplier negotiation and relationship management * Pricing strategy and margin optimization * Retail analytics and performance tracking * Inventory planning and supply chain coordination * Promotional planning and campaign execution * Visual merchandising and product positioning * ERP systems and e-commerce platforms Why Join Us * Opportunity to lead a high-value fragrance category within a major retail group * Work with global luxury brands and premium product portfolios * Strong exposure to both retail and e-commerce business channels * Career growth in buying, category management, and commercial strategy * Dynamic environment driven by innovation and consumer trends About the Company Apparel Group is a leading fashion and lifestyle retail organization in the Middle East, managing a wide portfolio of international brands and delivering premium retail experiences across multiple markets. Post Details

Job Start Date Salary from 18000.00 Salary to 28000.00 Number of Vacancies 1 Location Job Location -> UAE Dubai Location City Dubai

Desired Candidate's Profile Gender No Preference Nationality Candidate Current Location Job Classification Job Type Job Type -> Full-time Industry Type Job Industry -> Retail Job Function Job Functions -> Merchandise Planning and Buying Employers Details Company Apparel Group Contact Person HR Apparel Group Designation HR Manager Telephone 0097148136111 Email UAEcareersapparelglobal.com