Product Manager – Tires | Al-Futtaim Automotive | Auto Centres Jobs in Dubai, UAE

Job Overview

Al-Futtaim Automotive is hiring a Product Manager – Tires for its Auto Centers division in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role is responsible for managing franchise tire brands, developing product strategies, driving sales growth, and strengthening the company’s position in the UAE tire market.

The successful candidate will work closely with tire manufacturers, OEMs, fleet operators, distributors, and internal teams to optimize product performance, inventory, pricing, and customer satisfaction. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with experience in tire product management, automotive distribution, category management, and business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and expand the company’s portfolio of franchise tire brands across the UAE.
• Develop product strategies that support revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion.
• Coordinate with tire manufacturers and franchise partners on pricing, product planning, promotions, and supply management.
• Ensure compliance with franchise agreements, brand standards, and company policies.
• Monitor sales performance, profitability, market share, and product performance.
• Develop annual business plans and growth strategies for assigned tire brands.
• Manage Tier 1 and Tier 2 tire product requirements across OEM, fleet, dealer, and replacement markets.
• Analyze market trends, customer demand, and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities.
• Forecast product demand and oversee inventory planning to ensure product availability while minimizing excess stock.
• Manage the product lifecycle, including product launches, updates, and discontinuations.
• Ensure compliance with technical specifications, homologation requirements, certifications, and quality standards.
• Support sales teams with pricing strategies, product positioning, customer presentations, and technical guidance.
• Plan and execute marketing campaigns and promotional activities for new and existing tire products.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers, dealers, fleet customers, OEM partners, and key business stakeholders.
• Coordinate with logistics, warehouse, procurement, and planning teams to optimize inventory movement and stock turnover.
• Prepare sales forecasts, demand planning reports, business performance reports, and market analysis.
• Resolve product-related technical issues, warranty claims, and customer concerns.
• Deliver product knowledge and technical training to sales teams, dealers, and business partners.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Automotive Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in tire product management, automotive distribution, category management, or the automotive aftermarket industry.
• Strong knowledge of passenger vehicle, commercial vehicle, truck, and fleet tire products.
• Experience managing multiple tire brands and franchise operations.
• Understanding of Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive supply requirements.
• Strong analytical, commercial, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Skills

• Tire Product Management
• Automotive Aftermarket
• Category Management
• Business Development
• Franchise Operations
• Inventory Planning
• Demand Forecasting
• Pricing Strategy
• OEM & Fleet Management
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Market Analysis
• Product Lifecycle Management
• Sales Strategy
• Technical Product Training
• ERP Systems
• Microsoft Excel

Job Details

Why Join Al-Futtaim Automotive?

• Join one of the Middle East’s leading automotive companies.
• Work with internationally recognized tire brands and automotive products.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive employee benefits.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative, innovative, and customer-focused work environment.