Job Description

Develop a competitive merchandise plan based on sales data, and continuously monitor and adjust the sales plan in line with industry trends and market competition.

Prepare seasonal plans to ensure products are aligned with sales targets.

Review product status to identify current or potential shortages based on sales and projections, and align these with upcoming shipment schedules.

Review sales performance regularly and conduct sales comparisons to recommend actions for improving sales.

Develop and implement pricing strategies.

Prepare yearly and quarterly sales projections.

Analyze slow- and fast-moving items and provide pricing recommendations accordingly.

Follow up on special-offer inventory and liquidation plans.

Conduct periodic showroom visits to gather merchandise feedback and address related matters.

Attend meetings with VPs to understand plans and requirements, and coordinate with relevant departments to communicate outcomes.

Act as the main point of contact for all product-related queries.

Manage and communicate monthly sales reports, evaluate stock levels, define action plans, and generate reorders.

Stay up to date with fashion industry trends and communicate relevant updates to retail merchandisers to ensure current market knowledge.

Prepare periodic reports on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis as required.

Plan shipments according to seasonal requirements.

Prepare invoices, packing lists, and other related shipping documents.

Take responsibility for one dedicated overseas country or region.

Perform other duties as assigned from time to time.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related business field.

Minimum 5 years of experience in a managerial role within merchandising, planning, or category management.

Additional 5-10 years of experience in retail fashion merchandising and planning.

Strong expertise in merchandise planning, sales forecasting, and inventory management.

Proven ability to develop pricing strategies, manage slow- and fast-moving stock, and support liquidation plans.

Experience in seasonal planning, shipment planning, and sales performance analysis.

Knowledge of fashion trends and ability to work closely with retail teams and senior stakeholders.

Experience handling reports, reorders, and supplier / overseas market coordination.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED1.00 - AED2.00 per month

Application Question(s):

o Have you independently handled end-to-end merchandise planning (seasonal planning, forecasting, and budgeting)? o Do you have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a managerial or lead role within merchandising, planning, or category management? o Please provide the name of the fashion retail company/companies where you worked in the same or similar capacity, including the brands and product categories handled. * o Please indicate your current monthly salary and your expected salary for this position.