Job Description

Merchandise Planner - Apparel Group - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Apparel Group is hiring a Merchandise Planner to support the Brand Manager in planning and executing product and assortment strategies that meet financial goals. The role involves analyzing sales trends, coordinating product allocation and delivery, monitoring inventory, and optimizing product mix to maximize sales and profitability.
Location: UAE
Location: Dubai
Industry: Retail
Function: Merchandising
Salary: 10000-14000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Preferred Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Job Details

• Assist the Brand Manager in product and assortment planning to achieve sales and financial targets
• Prepare merchandising reports, including Retail Pro, sell-thru analysis, consolidation sheets, and product breakdowns
• Liaise with logistics, warehouse, and store teams to ensure consistent product supply and replenishment
• Monitor performance of best and worst sellers by price points, styles, and colors to guide range planning
• Analyze past sales performance and prepare reports on current season's product lines
• Support open-to-buy management, seasonal budgets, and new store stock planning
• Coordinate with the buying team on product orders, repeats, damages, and deliveries
• Collect customer feedback and monitor competition to identify opportunities for improvement
• Work closely with the Merchandise Planning team to ensure the right product mix at category and price point levels
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of reports, records, and invoices while maintaining confidentiality

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, or related field
• 2-4 years of merchandising or planning experience, preferably in retail or fashion
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with proficiency in MS Excel and merchandising systems
• Knowledge of Retail Pro or similar retail management software preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver within deadlines
• Strong communication and coordination skills with cross-functional teams
• Attention to detail, commercial awareness, and problem-solving ability

Why Join Us
At Apparel Group, you will work with a diverse portfolio of international fashion and lifestyle brands in a dynamic retail environment. This role offers opportunities for career advancement, professional development, and exposure to strategic merchandising and planning operations.
About the Company
Apparel Group is a leading retail conglomerate headquartered in Dubai, UAE, with a portfolio of over 80 global brands across fashion, footwear, lifestyle, and F and B. With a strong presence across multiple markets, Apparel Group is known for driving innovation, customer focus, and sustainable growth in the retail sector.
Job Title Merchandise Planner - Apparel Group - Dubai, UAE
Merchandise Planner - Apparel Group - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Apparel Group is hiring a Merchandise Planner to support the Brand Manager in planning and executing product and assortment strategies that meet financial goals. The role involves analyzing sales trends, coordinating product allocation and delivery, monitoring inventory, and optimizing product mix to maximize sales and profitability.
Location: UAE
Location: Dubai
Industry: Retail
Function: Merchandising
Salary: 10000-14000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Preferred Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Job Details

• Assist the Brand Manager in product and assortment planning to achieve sales and financial targets
• Prepare merchandising reports, including Retail Pro, sell-thru analysis, consolidation sheets, and product breakdowns
• Liaise with logistics, warehouse, and store teams to ensure consistent product supply and replenishment
• Monitor performance of best and worst sellers by price points, styles, and colors to guide range planning
• Analyze past sales performance and prepare reports on current season's product lines
• Support open-to-buy management, seasonal budgets, and new store stock planning
• Coordinate with the buying team on product orders, repeats, damages, and deliveries
• Collect customer feedback and monitor competition to identify opportunities for improvement
• Work closely with the Merchandise Planning team to ensure the right product mix at category and price point levels
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of reports, records, and invoices while maintaining confidentiality

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, or related field
• 2-4 years of merchandising or planning experience, preferably in retail or fashion
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with proficiency in MS Excel and merchandising systems
• Knowledge of Retail Pro or similar retail management software preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver within deadlines
• Strong communication and coordination skills with cross-functional teams
• Attention to detail, commercial awareness, and problem-solving ability

Why Join Us
At Apparel Group, you will work with a diverse portfolio of international fashion and lifestyle brands in a dynamic retail environment. This role offers opportunities for career advancement, professional development, and exposure to strategic merchandising and planning operations.
About the Company
Apparel Group is a leading retail conglomerate headquartered in Dubai, UAE, with a portfolio of over 80 global brands across fashion, footwear, lifestyle, and F and B. With a strong presence across multiple markets, Apparel Group is known for driving innovation, customer focus, and sustainable growth in the retail sector.
Post Details
Job Start Date
Salary from 10000.00
Salary to 14000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location -
Location City Dubai
Desired Candidate's Profile
Gender No Preference
Nationality
Candidate Current Location

Skills Required