Job description

Define and drive the Private Label strategy across relevant categories, aligned with overall commercial and business objectives.
Identify white-space opportunities and build a PL product pipeline, from concept through to launch.
Lead category and range planning for Private Label, balancing quality, cost, and margin targets.
Partner closely with the Procurement/Sourcing team to identify and evaluate suppliers/manufacturers (local and international) capable of delivering PL products to spec, cost, and quality standards.
Negotiate commercial terms and manage supplier relationships in coordination with Procurement.
Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Quality Assurance, Store Operations, and Supply Chain to ensure successful product development, packaging, and rollout.
Monitor PL performance (sales, margin, market share within category) and adjust strategy accordingly.
Benchmark competitor Private Label offerings and market trends to keep the portfolio competitive and differentiated.
Build and manage the PL budget, sales, and margin targets in line with company objectives.
Ensure compliance with relevant quality, safety, and regulatory standards for all PL products.
Mentor and, as the function grows, potentially build out a dedicated Private Label team.
Minimum 7–8 years of commercial experience within the retail sector.
Proven, demonstrable track record in developing and scaling a Private Label portfolio.
Strong understanding of retail commercial fundamentals: category management, pricing, margin management, and negotiation.
Experience working cross-functionally with procurement/sourcing, marketing, quality, and operations teams.
Bachelor's degree in business, Commerce, Marketing, or a related field.
Fluent in English and Arabic; French is a plus.
Exposure to the Lebanese retail/PL market is a plus, but not required.