Product Development
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GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing, and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties, and logistics sectors. The organization operates across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, introducing more than 120 brands across 12 countries.
Who we are
GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful brands in the well-being sector, with brands including Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain among others.
Job Summary
The Product Development & Sourcing Executive will play a key role in translating design concepts into commercially viable, high-quality products. This role requires a strong understanding of textile and apparel product development, sourcing processes, and cost optimization. Working closely with the design team and PD & S Manager, the Executive will ensure timely development, quality compliance, and effective supplier collaboration to support GMG's strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Product Development & Execution
- Support the product development lifecycle by translating design inputs into actionable product briefs and tech packs.
- Collaborate with the design and sourcing teams to develop products that meet aesthetic, functional, and quality standards.
- Ensure timely development of product samples while maintaining alignment with seasonal calendars.
- Manage and organize the sample library, development records, and technical documentation.
- Sourcing & Cost Optimization
- Coordinate with suppliers, factories, and buying offices to source materials and finished products that meet design, cost, and lead-time targets.
- Validate and negotiate product costs with a focus on achieving cost efficiency without compromising quality.
- Track and manage supplier performance, ensuring adherence to quality, timeline, and compliance expectations.
- Fabric, Quality & Compliance Coordination
- Leverage technical knowledge in fabrics, printing, dyeing, and apparel manufacturing to guide sourcing decisions.
- Ensure compliance with relevant quality standards and regulatory requirements across markets.
- Coordinate with Quality teams to resolve development issues and finalize production-ready specifications.
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Work closely with cross-functional teams including Design, Quality, and Merchandising to ensure product alignment and timely execution.
- Contribute to assortment planning and stock readiness in collaboration with planning and buying teams.
- Provide technical support and guidance to ensure product feasibility and regional market relevance.
- Process Optimization & Reporting
- Identify opportunities to improve product development workflows, sourcing efficiency, and vendor management practices.
- Support the creation of reports and presentations on product status, cost analysis, and sourcing insights using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Graduate degree, diploma, or technical education in textile design, apparel production, or a related product development field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in product development or sourcing.
- At least 2 recent years of hands-on experience working in a factory, liaison office, buying agency, or the product development division of a retailer.
- Strong knowledge of textile and apparel product development processes.
- Familiarity with fabrics, printing, dyeing techniques, and manufacturing workflows.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for tracking, reporting, and cost validation.
- Practical experience working with tech packs and translating design concepts into technical specifications.
- Understanding of global supply chain dynamics and regulatory requirements.
- Strong coordination and collaboration skills across design, sourcing, and quality functions.
- Analytical mindset for validating product costs and ensuring market alignment.
- Attention to detail with excellent record-keeping and library management.
- Effective time management and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Problem-solving skills with a proactive and structured approach to execution.
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- Product Management, Purchasing, and Design
- Industries: Retail Apparel and Fashion, Retail, and Textile Manufacturing
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Product Development Manager Role
About the JobWe are seeking a skilled Product Development Manager to join our team. This role will be responsible for leading product development lifecycle from ideation to launch, creating new product pipelines and ensuring regulatory compliance.
The ideal candidate will have 6-10 years of experience in FMCG product development, regulatory affairs or quality control, with strong knowledge of UAE and GCC food/non-food regulatory frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead product development lifecycle from ideation to launch
- Create new product pipelines in line with category growth targets
- Ensure regulatory compliance across all categories (food and non-food)
- 6-10 years of experience in FMCG product development, regulatory affairs or quality control
- Strong knowledge of UAE and GCC food/non-food regulatory frameworks
- Proven experience working with suppliers, labs and certification bodies
Skill Enhancement Opportunities: Training on emerging trends in product development and regulatory affairs.
Work Environment: Collaborative and dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Industries: Technology, Information and Internet and IT Services and IT Consulting
Product Development Lead
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About Us
We simplify the process of getting a car. Our success in expansion to Saudi Arabia has led to continued growth and operations.
Our car subscription service is unique in the region, with a proven track record and understanding of customers' mobility needs.
The app allows customers to own or subscribe to a car on a monthly basis without hassle. Commit for a minimum of 1 month with our monthly plans or 36 months with Subscribe to Own service.
Our car subscription service differs from renting or buying a car. We offer the best of both worlds, no large deposit upfront, and choice of exact car model and features through our app.
We empower our customers to access a car with no deposit, long-term commitment, and option to cancel at any time through our seamless digital platform.
The Role
We seek an experienced product manager to lead our development team. This individual will work closely with cross-functional peers to create a delightful product that improves retention.
The ideal candidate should be able to articulate what an engaging product looks like, rally the team to build it, and iterate until they get it right.
The Key Responsibilities
- Defining and driving product engagement strategy and roadmap
- Working closely with stakeholders and cross-functional peers to define a roadmap
- Representing prioritised product areas and communicating roadmaps to stakeholders
- Rapidly iterating on the flywheel to improve engagement rates
- Forming hypotheses, running experiments, and moving the needle
- Translating product and user experience opportunities into quantifiable revenue goals
- Performing competitor analysis and educating the team on global product engagement trends
- Building, mentoring, and growing a team as the company grows over time
Requirements
- An experienced Product Manager with 6+ years of data-driven and customer-oriented product development approach
- A track record of building and setting a vision of products within the commerce space, focusing on improving product engagement
- Experience in building large-scale product solutions with 3rd party system integrations
- Genuine interest in building delightful & engaging product experiences
- Highly collaborative and thrives in working within cross-functional teams
- Love to break down sophisticated problems into manageable goals and find simple solutions
- Can influence and partner effectively across all levels of an organization
- Comfortable with prioritizing and managing trade-offs
- A highly motivated and flexible individual with ability to lead cross-functional teams
- Experience in crafting product requirements based on research, data, and insights
Product Development Expert
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Product Development Professional Needed
About the RoleWe are looking for a skilled Product Development Professional to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving end-to-end product development, from concept to launch, and ensuring that products meet customer needs and market trends.
Key Responsibilities- Conceptualize and develop new private label and wholesale-driven product lines tailored to the needs of bulk buyers and B2B customers
- Identify new product opportunities based on customer demand, market trends, and competitor benchmarking in the B2B wholesale space
- Develop and enhance private label SKUs and exclusive products under the brand portfolio
- Support strategic expansion into high-demand product categories for traders, retailers, and Horeca clients
- Bachelor's degree in food technology or related field
- Valid UAE Driving License
- Strong understanding of wholesale and B2B buyer behavior
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team, contribute to the growth of the company, and develop their skills and knowledge in product development and innovation.
Contact InformationPlease submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Product Development Strategist
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Drive business growth by developing and executing go-to-market strategies for products.
About the RoleWe seek a skilled Product Marketing Manager to lead our sales enablement efforts. This role involves creating impactful marketing collateral, identifying key use cases, and conducting market research to inform product development.
Key Responsibilities- GTM Strategy & Collateral: Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for products, and create key marketing materials (sales decks, one-pagers, demos).
- Sales Enablement: Work closely with the commercial team to create tailored materials, including training documents and pitch decks, to support sales efforts.
- Use Case Mapping: Identify and map key use cases and value propositions across industries, ensuring the commercial teams are equipped with up-to-date knowledge.
- Content Maintenance: Own and update PMM collateral to ensure relevance, incorporating client feedback and insights from commercial teams.
- Product Team Support: Collaborate with the product team on validation, research, and testing for new products and features.
- Market Research: Conduct market analysis, customer interviews, and competitive research to inform product and marketing strategies.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Ensure alignment of product messaging and positioning with sales, product, and customer success teams.
- 3-5 years of experience in Product Marketing within a B2B SaaS company.
- Technical copywriting skills with experience in writing product specs, GTM materials, and other technical content.
- Strong understanding of sales enablement and GTM collateral creation, including sales decks, one-pagers, commercial training documents, and product demos.
- Experience with A/B testing and prototyping to assess and optimize marketing strategies, products, and messaging.
- Compelling storytelling and copywriting skills from a technical and commercial perspective.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex product information in a clear, concise, and engaging way.
- Very detail oriented and organized ways of working.
- Familiarity with martech tools (e.g., CRM, analytics platforms, automation tools) to manage customer data and track performance.
- Experience in market research: Conducting client research, focus groups, interviews, and competitive analysis to understand customer needs and market trends.
Product Development Coordinator
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Who We Are
Fueled by passion, KAYALI was founded in 2018 by beauty mogul and fragrance fanatic, Mona Kattan. Translating to 'my imagination' in Arabic, KAYALI provides a modern fragrance experience inspired by Mona's rich Middle Eastern heritage and the art of layering scents to help you create your mood; where sharing scents is a ritual and smelling good is both an act of goodwill and self-love. Mona collaborates with some of the world's most renowned perfumers and sources the finest ingredients to create unique juices that are infinitely memorable, long-lasting, and cruelty-free. Each luxurious fragrance is an ode to true craftsmanship and tells a special story, from the addictive notes to the multi-faceted jeweled bottles.
Our Mission
To make everyone feel like the diamond they are To build a global community of fragrance lovers through the power of scent and by providing them with the most innovative & luxurious fragrances, education and sharing our Middle Eastern fragrance rituals with the world.
Summary
We are looking for a highly organized and proactive Product Development Coordinator to support the Fragrance Product Development team in day-to-day execution. Reporting to the Assistant Product Development Manager, this role is key to ensuring project momentum and efficiency across multiple workstreams.
You will take ownership of sample logistics, meeting preparation, documentation, and operational follow-up, allowing the broader PD team to focus on creative development and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate is hands-on, solution-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Enhance the effectiveness and productivity of the PD team by supporting daily functions as needed
- Maintain discretion and confidentiality on all projects and product development activities
- Receive, track, and label all incoming product and packaging samples (lab submissions, standards, sprays, etc.)
- Organize and maintain sample closets, product libraries, and project bins
- Archive formulas from contract manufacturers for future reference
- Prepare and organize sample sets for internal evaluations, cross-functional meetings, and supplier reviews
- Coordinate shipments to and from suppliers, labs, and warehouse partners (including booking, tracking, and customs follow-up)
- Assist in preparing and delivering submission kits for Mona, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Conduct internal smelling sessions and gather feedback
- Prepare sample trays, meeting materials to help setting up meeting rooms
- Support during in-person and virtual product review sessions by managing samples and collecting feedback
- Consolidate feedback and notes from internal sessions into structured recap documents
- Update and maintain samples trackers and evaluation results
- Assist in the preparation of product fact sheets and documentation to support innovation presentations
- Support team projects and handle ad hoc tasks to ensure the smooth running of operations
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Product Development Expert
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**Job Title:** Backend Product Engineer
">We are seeking a skilled Backend Product Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable backend systems that power our entire business.
This is a unique opportunity to work on complex technical challenges and make a real impact on the customer experience. You will have the chance to:
- Own impactful systems that drive business results
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to solve real-world problems
- Use modern practices and tools to build efficient and maintainable code
In this role, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills and expertise, working on a wide range of technologies including PHP, MySQL, Docker, and Kubernetes. You will also have access to cutting-edge AI tools and testing frameworks to help you deliver high-quality features quickly.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about software development, has strong technical skills, and is eager to take ownership of their work. If you are a motivated and talented engineer who is looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you!
">**Key Responsibilities:**
- Design and develop scalable backend systems using PHP, MySQL, and other relevant technologies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth delivery of features and projects
- Continuously monitor and improve system performance, scalability, and reliability
**Required Skills and Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- 3+ years of experience in software development, preferably in a cloud-based environment
- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns
- Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems
**Benefits:**
- Market-competitive compensation package
- Opportunities for growth and professional development
- A collaborative and dynamic work environment
**What We Offer:**
- Premium medical coverage
- Generous parental leave policy
- 50% discount on company products
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Product Development Leader
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Job Title: Engineering Manager
Leads a team of engineers to innovate and drive technology forward.
Responsibilities:
- Transforms business workloads for real-time automated operations on Kubernetes.
- Builds and manages a regional team of engineers.
- Develops the team through coaching, mentoring, and feedback.
- Contributes directly toward team goals with sound engineering practices.
- Establishes reasonable schedules based on considered estimates and feedback loops for improvement.
- Manages expectations with other engineering teams and external stakeholders.
- Advances modern software development practices.
- Maintains a culture of quality and excellence.
- Grows a healthy, collaborative engineering culture aligned with company values.
Key Requirements:
- Experience in Docker and Kubernetes operations.
- Software engineering background with proven Python experience.
- Knowledge of developing Python frameworks and stable consumable APIs.
- A passion for embracing new technologies and pushing boundaries.
- Interest in building products improving how people operate software and infrastructure.
- Passionate about developing and growing people.
- Knowledgeable about software development.
- Experience working in agile environments.
About the Role:
Drive innovation and technology growth by leading a team of skilled engineers.
Product Development Coordinator
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A dynamic role has become available for a product development coordinator to join an international fashion organization. This position presents a unique chance to be part of something innovative within the industry.
Main Responsibilities:- Data analysis (historical and current)
- Develop commercial awareness by identifying sales growth opportunities
- Support onsite pricing team with initial prices and markdown activities
- Collaborate cross-functionally with design and studio teams
- Previous experience as a Product Development Coordinator with strong ecommerce background
- Experience working with ecommerce tools, such as Shopify
- Able to analyze and process data
This is an exciting opportunity for professional growth and development within the company. We offer a competitive salary and generous holiday allowance.
Product Development Specialist
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As a Product Manager, you will be responsible for promoting and selling products and/or services to current and new customers. The role involves driving revenue and channel growth, increasing product reach in Gulf countries, and analyzing Ingram Micro's market share and position across regions and channel segments.