Category Executive - Ultrafresh Grocery

Company Overview

Careem is developing the Everything App for the Middle East, simplifying transit, food and grocery ordering, payments, and more. Since 2012, it has empowered over 2.5 million Captains and served more than 70 million customers across 70+ cities in 10 countries from Morocco to Pakistan.

Team Context

The Groceries team is revolutionizing daily essentials shopping through a fast, dependable Q-commerce experience. The Category Management group ensures optimal selections, pricing, and promotions that both satisfy customers and drive growth.

Role Summary

This position supports the grocery category team by managing assortment, sourcing, pricing, and promotions for the Ultrafresh category. It suits individuals enthusiastic about the grocery domain, detail-focused, and eager for skill development in category management and commercial operations.

Key Duties

• Assist the Category Manager with strategy implementation aligned to business objectives.
• Help source new products and maintain the Ultrafresh assortment.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding product details, pricing, promotions, and daily communications.
• Monitor category performance metrics such as sales, pricing, and stock levels; identify risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate on planning and executing weekly and monthly promotions with suppliers and internal teams.
• Ensure timely and accurate app listings, including product content and images, in coordination with the content team.
• Work alongside the supply chain team to aid product availability, onboarding of new SKUs, and replenishment processes.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, new product potential, and pricing benchmarks.
• Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and assist in preparing business reviews.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in the Ultrafresh category, preferably in retail or quick/e-commerce sectors.
• In-depth knowledge of the UAE Ultrafresh market, including suppliers, seasonality, and quality standards.
• Excellent communication, coordination skills, and commercial acumen.
• Strong attention to detail with effective organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Excel or Google Sheets; experience with reporting/data tools is advantageous.
• Analytical mindset with understanding of commercial KPIs and category performance measurements.
• Genuine interest in grocery retail and commitment to a career in category management.
• Proactive, eager to learn, and capable of thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Collaborate and learn from talented colleagues in a vibrant community.
• Make a significant regional impact while developing professionally.
• Opportunities for continuous growth and learning daily.
• Flexible work schedule: 4 days in office, 1 day remote; eligible for 30 days remote work globally yearly and unlimited vacation days (tech individual contributors have 2 office days and 3 remote days weekly).
• Access to healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements covering gyms, clubs, and training sessions.