Job Description

Drive data led commercial strategies, optimising assortment, pricing and trading decisions across multiple markets. Lead analysis, planning, and stock optimisation to maximise profitability and business growth.

• Manage seasonal analysis of sales, range size, category mix, pricing and margin performance to optimise assortment strategies across APAC and MEA.
• Drive post sell-in analysis at partner and country level to identify over and under performance and inform future planning.
• Develop wholesale and Max RRP pricing hierarchies in collaboration with Business Managers.
• Deliver commercial business cases for new products, supporting range inclusion and investment decisions.
• Run reviews of sales outcomes to capture lessons learned and improve trading strategies.
• Support markets with trading calendars and promotional offers aligned to forecasts.
• Implement stock optimisation initiatives to rationalise excess lines and improve profitability.
• Create order forms with accurate product and pricing details for forward orders.
• Lead and develop an Assistant Commercial Manager, ensuring delivery of sales plans and timely execution of critical deadlines.

Opportunity to manage MEA + APACLarge scale multinational retail redefining their structure

• The successful candidate will bring at least five years of experience in retail, ideally within the beauty sector, with a strong background in franchise partner management.
• They will be highly analytical, confident working with large datasets and skilled at transforming insights into clear commercial strategies.
• Strong communication and presentation skills are essential with the ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders across APAC and MEA.
• APAC experience is highly valued; otherwise, deep knowledge of MEA markets is required.
• The role is UAE based and the ideal profile is a confident leader, adaptable to different people and cultures, capable of developing junior talent and motivated by driving profitability and growth in a fast-paced, purpose-led environment.

Our client is a globally recognised beauty retailer, known iconic product ranges and loyal customer following. With a focus on sustainability, innovation and empowering its people, the business offers the opportunity to make a tangible commercial impact while contributing to a brand that inspires positive change worldwide.
Competitive package

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