Category Manager (Product) - Dubai
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A century-old reference in the automotive and mobility sector, Grupo JAP represents 20 automotive brands across more than 60 CARBY sales and repair points. The Group also owns MATRIZAUTO—the country’s largest megastore for semi-new and used vehicles—and holds the SIXT rent-a-car master franchise in Portugal.
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Overview
A century-old reference in the automotive and mobility sector, Grupo JAP represents 20 automotive brands across more than 60 CARBY sales and repair points.
The Group also owns MATRIZAUTO—the country’s largest megastore for semi-new and used vehicles—and holds the SIXT rent-a-car master franchise in Portugal.
Nationally, the Group is also a leader in the agricultural, industrial machinery, and cargo handling markets through Entreposto Máquinas, the official representative for over 10 major brands in the sector.
In Africa, the Group has an established presence in Angola, Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, where it is a growing force in the heavy vehicle (MAN) and agricultural/industrial machinery markets.
In Mozambique, under the Entreposto brand, it stands as a benchmark for mobility solutions, offering light and heavy vehicles, agricultural and industrial machinery, and various adjacent services.
Being part of the JAP universe is a commitment to evolution and to the diversity of markets, clients, geographies, people, and teams.
Mobikey Trucks And Bus
is a reputable company in the automotive industry, specializing in distributing high-quality trucks, buses, construction equipment, tractors, trailers, etc.
At MOBIKEY, we are committed to providing exceptional automotive equipment, spare parts, and outstanding service to our customers.
Responsibilities
- Manage and execute high-volume RFQs (1,000–9,000 SKUs) within tight deadlines
- Structure, clean, and standardize product data into usable datasets
- Coordinate with international suppliers to obtain pricing and technical data
- Build and apply competitive pricing logic aligned with market dynamics
- Deliver ready-to-quote datasets to support Sales teams
- Ensure continuous follow-up with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Collaborate daily with Sales, Procurement, Master Data, and Logistics teams
- Identify data gaps and resolve issues proactively to maintain execution flow
- Support the conversion of RFQs into commercial opportunities
Profile
- 3–6 years of experience in automotive aftermarket (product, procurement, or category roles)
- Strong understanding of part numbers, cross-referencing, and vehicle applications
- Proven experience handling large RFQs (1,000+ SKUs)
- Experience coordinating with international suppliers across multiple regions
- Strong pricing awareness with a focus on competitiveness
- Advanced Excel skills (mandatory)
- ERP experience (Odoo preferred)
- Ability to structure and organize unclean or incomplete data
- High capacity to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Strong ownership mindset and proactive follow-up approach
We Offer
- Opportunity to join a fast-growing, execution-driven business
- Exposure to international markets across Africa and the Middle East
- High level of responsibility and visibility from day one
- Direct impact on revenue generation and business performance
- Dynamic environment focused on speed, execution, and results
- Recognition based on performance and contribution
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