MAJID AL FUTTAIM HYPERMARKETS

Majid Al Futtaim Hypermarkets Company Profile

Company Type: Trader

Majid Al Futtaim Hypermarkets (MAF Hypermarkets) is a prominent retail operator in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. The company is a subsidiary of Majid Al Futtaim Holding, a leading diversified conglomerate. MAF Hypermarkets primarily operates through its Carrefour brand, holding the exclusive franchise rights for Carrefour in over 30 countries across the region.

MAF Hypermarkets is involved in the retail sale of a wide range of products, including groceries, fresh produce, electronics, home goods, apparel, and more. Their business model focuses on sourcing products from various suppliers (manufacturers, distributors, and other traders) and selling them directly to consumers through their extensive network of hypermarkets, supermarkets, and online platforms.

Key Activities:

* Retail Operations: Managing and operating a vast network of Carrefour hypermarkets and supermarkets.

* Product Sourcing: Procuring a diverse range of goods from local and international suppliers.

* Supply Chain Management: Overseeing logistics, warehousing, and distribution to ensure efficient product delivery.

* Customer Service: Providing a comprehensive shopping experience to millions of customers.

* E-commerce: Operating online retail platforms to cater to digital shoppers.

MAF Hypermarkets is not a manufacturer (factory). Instead, it acts as a large-scale retailer and a significant trader of consumer goods. Its core business revolves around buying and selling goods rather than producing them.

Majid Al Futtaim Hypermarkets (typically branded as Carrefour in the UAE) produce and sell a wide range of products, including:

* **Fresh Food:** Fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, seafood, dairy products, bakery items.

* **Groceries:** Packaged foods, canned goods, sauces, spices, grains, pasta, rice, cooking oils.

* **Beverages:** Soft drinks, juices, water, coffee, tea.

* **Household Goods:** Cleaning supplies, detergents, paper products, storage containers.

* **Personal Care:** Cosmetics, toiletries, skincare, haircare, oral hygiene.

* **Baby Products:** Diapers, baby food, formula, baby care items.

* **Electronics:** Televisions, home appliances, mobile phones, computers, accessories.

* **Home & Garden:** Furniture, décor, kitchenware, gardening tools, outdoor equipment.

* **Clothing & Footwear:** Apparel for men, women, and children, shoes, accessories.

* **Toys & Games:** Toys, games, puzzles, sporting goods.

* **Health & Wellness:** Vitamins, supplements, over-the-counter medications.

* **Stationery & Office Supplies:** Pens, paper, notebooks, office equipment.

* **Automotive:** Car accessories, cleaning products, maintenance items.

* **Pet Supplies:** Pet food, toys, accessories, grooming products.

* **Seasonal Items:** Decorations, gifts, holiday-themed products.

* **Carrefour Own Brand Products:** A variety of products across different categories under the Carrefour brand.