Manager - Sales Development Fresh Food 

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Company Details
Industry: Retail
Description: Founded in 1992, Majid Al Futtaim is the leading shopping mall, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia. A remarkable business success story, Majid Al Futtaim started from one man’s vision to transform the face of shopping, entertainment and leisure to 'create great moments for everyone, every day’. It has since grown into one of the United Arab Emirates’ most respected and successful businesses spanning 15 international markets, employing more than 33,000 people, and achieving the highest credit rating (BBB) among privately-held corporates in the Middle East. Majid Al Futtaim owns and operates 20 shopping malls, 12 hotels and three mixed-use communities, with further developments underway in the region. The shopping malls portfolio includes Mall of the Emirates, City Centre malls and My City Centre neighbourhood centres, and also four community malls which are in joint venture with the Government of Sharjah. The Company holds exclusive rights to the Carrefour franchise in 38 markets across Middle East, Africa and Central Asia, and operates a portfolio of more than 160 outlets in 15 countries.
Job Description

ROLE SUMMARY

 

The Sales Development Manager – Fresh Food is responsible for driving sales growth and enhancing customer experience across key fresh food categories: Fruits & Vegetables, Butchery/Fishery, Deli/Dairy, and Bakery/Pastry. This role focuses on identifying sales opportunities, optimizing product assortments, and supporting in-store execution to ensure quality, freshness, and availability. The manager collaborates with category teams and store operations to implement strategies that improve profitability, increase market share, and meet evolving consumer needs. 

 

ROLE PROFILE

 

Develop and implement sales strategies to grow revenue and market share across all fresh food categories, including Fruits & Vegetables, Butchery/Fishery, Deli/Dairy and Bakery/Pastry.

 

Work closely with category managers to analyze product performance, optimize assortments, and support the introduction of new and seasonal products.

 

Ensure high standards of freshness, quality, and presentation are maintained across all departments, aligning with brand and customer expectations.

 

Collaborate with marketing and store teams to design and execute effective promotions, campaigns, and pricing strategies to drive traffic and boost conversion.

 

Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and customer preferences to identify growth opportunities and recommend data-driven improvements.

 

Measure and control profitability after the implementation of projects, and provide inputs .

 

Partner with supply chain, procurement, and store operations to ensure optimal stock levels, product availability, and minimal waste.

 

Track and report on category sales, margins, and KPIs, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

 

REQUIREMENTS

 

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field.

 

Knowledge in the field of retail sales and cross-sell strategies.

 

Strong Analytical skills and Statistical Knowledge.

 

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

 

Strong planning and organization kills.

 

3-5 years in a sales or commercial field, retail experience is a plus.

 

WHAT WE OFFER

 

At Majid Al Futtaim, we’re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We’re proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us!

 

Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.

 

Work with over 50,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.

 

 

 

Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
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