Senior Category Manager - Fashion - Arabic Language Is Mandatory

Job description

The Role As a Senior Fashion Category Manager, you will expand the range of pre-owned luxury clothing, luxury clothing and budget clothing in the Saudi Arabia market. You'll leverage your deep subject matter expertise and existing regional network to lead seller acquisition and onboarding and drive continued seller success. This role requires an entrepreneurial leader who can manage end-to-end market operations, drive continued category growth, foster community building, and maintain full business accountability by owning category and P&L KPIs. Responsibilities • Act as a key subject matter expert with in-depth knowledge of the Saudi fashion scene, specializing in authentic pre-owned luxury, streetwear/couture drops, high-end modest fashion, and off-price retail dynamics. • Identify, plan and execute vendor acquisition and onboarding of appropriate partners in Saudi Arabia, targeting luxury consignment stores, off-price authorized resellers, streetwear retailers, local boutique owners and creative-led fashion brands. • Boost seller success by teaching brands, boutique owners and local creatives how to run a high-converting fashion live stream, training them on design, pacing, live endorsement, flash sales, pricing and live hosting. • Manage day-to-day marketplace operations and act as a trusted partner to your seller portfolio, working alongside and with internal product and marketing teams to turn seller feedback into platform wins. • Supervising n Mo category and community building initiatives by organizing high-end luxury shows, exclusive hype projections, creative design sessions, and targeted regional marketing campaigns. • Maintain an active community and event presence, keeping on the the employer of local Saudi fashion trends, youth culture, and attending major pop-ups, exhibitions, and retail events across Saudi Arabia. • Take full business ownership of the segment by measuring performance, owning category KPIs and P&L, and iterating on operational strategies. Skills and Competencies • Full professional fluency in Arabic and English is required. • 3+ years of experience in the fashion industry in Saudi Arabia as a Buyer, Category Manager, Sales Lead, Luxury Retailer, or with a prominent originator/affiliate background in the fashion industry. • Thorough knowledge of the industry, knowledge of luxury brand authentication, resale market values, fashion price points, retail players in Saudi Arabia, and key market stakeholders. • Established and warm relationships with fashion brands, luxury shipping networks, attractive clothing stores, or clothing distributors in the Saudi Arabia market. • Strong project management skills with the ability to balance and scale both sides of the digital market. ⭐ Differentiators • Previous experience working within an e-commerce marketplace tplace, luxury re-commerce platform, or creator-focused social commerce platform. • Previous experience working in stores A prominent fashion retailer in Saudi Arabia, a luxury store, or a luxury consignment market. • Personal history of buying, selling or trading luxury goods, streetwear or advertising apparel on live commerce apps or digital auction marketplaces. ⏳ Benefits • Competitive package. • Meaningful ownership in a fast-growing startup shaping the future of e-commerce in the MENA region. • Remote work. Application Process → HR CV Screening → HR Screening Interview → First Job Interview → Second Job Interview → Technical/Case Evaluation → Offer Employer Our client is the first live streaming shopping platform in the Middle East. By combining a seamless e-commerce buying experience with engaging visual content for live social media, they are building the future of how people buy and sell in the MENA region. Founded by an elite leadership team with backgrounds in major global e-commerce and live commerce platforms, this fast-growing startup is rapidly expanding and looking for exceptional talent to own the future of social commerce. Departmental Sales and Revenue Locations Jeddah, Riyadh Remote Status Hybrid Full-Time Employment Type About the employer the employer is a store dedicated to helping businesses of all sizes overcome growth challenges with a 360-degree approach. We focus on maximizing the productivity of teams by planning and managing cross-functional projects, bringing in the right talent, and providing top-level training. Our Customer Industries • SaaS • MarTech • Proptech • Marketplace • Fintech • Logistics • E-commerce • Mobility • Sustainability • EdTech • FoodTech Founded in 2020

Requirements

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• 3+ years of experience in the fashion industry in Saudi Arabia as a Buyer, Category Manager, Sales Lead, Luxury Retailer, or with a prominent fashion originator/affiliate background
• · ⭐ Differentiators
• Previous experience working within a tplace e-commerce marketplace, luxury re-commerce platform, or creator-focused social commerce platform
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• Previous experience working in a prominent fashion retailer in Saudi Arabia, a luxury department store, or a luxury consignment market
• · By combining a seamless e-commerce buying experience with engaging visual content for live social media, they are building the future of how people buy and sell in the MENA region

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