Urwah Admin

Apparel Group

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Objective:
 
 
 
 This position assists the Brand Manager in planning product and assortment strategies that meet or exceed financial goals. It involves coordinating all activities related to the allocation and delivery of merchandise across stores in the region, supporting pre-season financial planning, in-season forecasting, open-to-buy management, and budgeting for new store openings. The role also ensures a balanced collection at store level, along with timely replenishments and inter-store transfers.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibility:
 
 
 
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 Assist in developing merchandise plans for categories based on historical trends, sales performance, and future outlooks provided by the brand team.
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 Analyze store profiles using key reports such as stock weeks, sales blend, and inventory by grade to support allocation decisions.
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 Execute in-season stock analysis and balancing, markdown management, and stock vs. sales performance reviews.
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 Plan merchandise mix and execute initial allocations and reserve management based on pre-distribution plans.
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 Finalize seasonal assortment plans and size run books in collaboration with the Senior Merchandiser.
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 Monitor competitor brands' product lines, pricing, and category developments.
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 Ensure compliance with stock ageing standards and maintain stock turns in line with company policy.
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 Support margin negotiations, order placements, and stock distribution decisions.
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 Monitor bestsellers and slow movers, taking timely actions to drive performance.
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 Track actual sales versus forecasts and coordinate inventory checks and replenishments based on store-level needs and upcoming events.
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 Conduct regular market visits with the Brand Manager to assess store execution and gather competitor intelligence.
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 Provide post-season feedback reports on product categories.
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 Participate in seasonal markdown and sales planning in collaboration with the Category/Brand Manager.
 
 
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 Desired Expereince:
 
 
 
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 2-5 years of experience in retail merchandising or a similar role within the fashion or lifestyle industry.
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 Proficient in inventory management systems, MS Excel, and PowerPoint.
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 Strong understanding of product strategy, vendor coordination, range development, and trend analysis.
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Retail Operations, Merchandising, or a related field is preferred.
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Merchandiser

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Position Objective:
 
 
 
 Responsible for overseeing and managing the daily operations of the store, ensuring a seamless and positive shopping experience for customers, maintaining store standards, achieving financial targets and relaying feedback about customers and products to relevant role holders. This role requires a strong blend of leadership, organizational skills, and a deep understanding of the fashion retail market.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibility:
 
 
 
 
 Financial:
 
 
 
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 To drive the store team to achieve the store target and store KPIs.
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 To ensure store shrinkage to be less than 0.2% of the cost of sale.
 
 
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 Process:
 
 
 
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 To conduct regular financial and stock audits.
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 To regularly update track and communicate the store dashboard.
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 To maintain the VM standards in the store.
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 To maintain the employee records.(Leave Management, Passport, Performance and conduct History, roster management)
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 Oversee day-to-day store operations, including opening and closing procedures.
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 Set and achieve sales targets, monitor KPIs, and analyze sales performance to identify areas for improvement.
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 Conduct regular team meetings to communicate goals, performance expectations, and provide constructive feedback.
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 Implement and enforce company policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
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 Communicate regularly with higher management, providing updates on store performance, challenges, and opportunities.
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 Develop and implement action plans based on performance metrics to drive results.
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 Maintaining the back store operation and replenishment of the merchandise.
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 Implement and enforce security measures to prevent theft and ensure the safety of both customers and employees.
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 Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing sales team.
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 Monitor and manage store expenses, budgets, and financial goals.
 
 
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 Customer:
 
 
 
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 To drive the store team to achieve club apparel, NPS and DSES goals.
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 To maintain a relationship with the mall management.
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 To effectively communicate with the office back-end team regarding store-related activities.
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 Address customer inquiries and concerns promptly, striving to exceed customer expectations.
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 To manage people in regards with performance and conduct of store employees.
 
 
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 Learning:
 
 
 
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 To constantly upgrade the skills of self and team and create a pipeline of future store managers
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 Identifying the learning gaps of the team and creating a process to address the same.
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 Conduct training sessions for new hires and ongoing product knowledge sessions for the team.
 
 
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 Desired Experience:
 
 
 
 The ideal Store Manager in a retail company should have 5+ years of progressive experience in customer centric role with strong management experience, leadership skills and problem-solving skills. Proven success in enhancing customer engagement, and achieving &amp; exceeding sales KPI targets for stores. A bachelor's degree in business administration, retail management, or a related field is often preferred.
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Store Manager

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 POSITION OBJECTIVE
 
 
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 Achieve company objectives, ensuring the highest levels of customer service are provided by retail staff and ensure they have the skills and support required for maximizing sales
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 Implement operating procedures at the store as per the company and Brand standards
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 Promote the Loyalty Program of the company for maximizing loyalty and repeat sales
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 Provide feedback to the Area Manager and Operations Manager with regards to employees and products
 
 
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 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Brief and guide the staff on achievement of the daily / weekly / monthly sales target
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 Must be fashionable / well-groomed and possess up-to-date product knowledge to ensure minimal stock loss
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 Maintains knowledge of new product, trend and fashion directives at all times in order to effectively respond to and anticipate customer needs
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 Ensure minimal stock loss manage stockrooms
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 Implement the operating procedures at the store and ensure the brand and company&rsquo;s policies and procedures are adhered by all the staff at all the times
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 Apply creative techniques to achieve / exceed the store sales target
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 Ensure has the required stock levels to maximize the sales
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 Weekly audit the store administration and resolve discrepancies if any
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 Manage the daily roaster, leave and grievances of the retail staff
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 Maintain the visual merchandising standards at the stores all the time as per set VM standards
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 Promote the Club Apparel Loyalty Program of the company for repeat sales
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 Supervise the store and provide feedback to the Area Manager with regards to the employees and products
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 Ensure awareness and vigilance at all times of security in the store without any negligence
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 Must be updated about the various brands of the group for suggestive selling to the customers
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 End to end store operations responsibility
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 Must be physically fit to stand for extended hours and heavy lifting
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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Position Objective:
 
 
 
 Stock Coordinator is responsible for receiving, inspecting, storing merchandise and maintaining accurate stock levels, organizing merchandise, and ensuring the seamless flow of products from the stockroom to the sales floor. Stock Coordinator works closely with store management, sales associates, and other team members to uphold a high standard of organization.
 
 
 
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 Process:
 
 
 
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 Receive merchandize and count it physically and electronically in order to ensure accuracy of information
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 Inspect the quality of the products and report the discrepancies to store manager / assistant store manager about damaged products.
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 Ensure proper storage and handling of merchandise to prevent damage.
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 Classify and stock the products in the stock room as per the store procedures to ensure quick availability of the product.
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 Tag the newly arrived stock and / or return the products as per the instruction of senior
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 Assist the sales staff in replenishing stocks on the shelves in order to ensure availability of products at all times
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 Ensure awareness and vigilance at all times of security in the store without any negligence
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 Ensure the highest standards of housekeeping standards
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 Flexible to work for extended hours during the Sale / Festival period
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 Must be physically fit and ability of heavy lifting of around 10kgs of weight.
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 Record the inventory inward / outward and maintain the report of the same
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 Check for missing price tags and report the same
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 Assist during Stock Take processes
 
 
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 Desired Experience:
 
 
 
 The ideal Stock Coordinator in a retail company should have strong organizational Skills with familiarity with warehouse management system to keep track and manage stock. Previous experience in a similar stock, warehouse, or logistics role is preferred.
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Stock Coordinator

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Objective:
 
 
 
 This position is responsible for leading pre-season and in-season merchandise planning by forecasting sales, managing inventory levels, and supporting the achievement of sales and margin targets. The role plays a key part in building buying budgets, driving category performance, and ensuring alignment between planning, buying, and retail operations.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibility:
 
 
 
 Pre-Season Planning
 
 
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 Prepare and approve seasonal commercial strategies for assigned categories.
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 Lead the development and release of buying budgets (OTB) and oversee assortment planning.
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 Monitor range building, pricing controls, and intake margins to support planned sales and margin targets.
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 Supervise initial stock distribution and store-level allocations to ensure optimal merchandise mix.
 
 
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 In-Season Planning
 
 
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 Reforecast sales and revise budgets based on in-season trends and performance.
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 Monitor sales, identify underperforming areas, and implement corrective measures.
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 Lead weekly trade meetings, conduct quarterly reviews, and deliver analytical presentations to management.
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 Plan and execute discounting and markdown strategies aligned with inventory health.
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 Oversee supply planning in coordination with supply chain and logistics teams.
 
 
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 Operational Planning &amp; Coordination
 
 
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 Track LFL (Like-for-Like) growth and budget achievement across departments.
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 Manage store-level inventory and ensure the availability of core products at all times.
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 Launch new product categories in alignment with seasonal plans and ensure timely replenishment.
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 Conduct regular inter-store consolidations to optimize inventory and maximize sell-through.
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 Coordinate with the retail and buying teams on weekly reports, performance reviews, and corrective action plans.
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 Flag inventory-related concerns to the Planning Manager and Buying Head for timely resolution.
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 Assist in preparing detailed buying budgets and assortment plans per department.
 
 
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 Desired Experience:
 
 
 
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 2-5 years of progressive experience in retail or merchandise planning, with a focus on sales forecasting, inventory management, and trend analysis.
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 Proficient in ERP systems, MS Excel, and other Microsoft applications.
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 Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes including procurement, distribution, and logistics.
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations, or a related field is preferred.
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Senior Planner

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Objective:
 
 
 
 The
 
 Senior Executive - Learning and Development
 
 is responsible for leading the creation and implementation of training programs that foster career development within the organization. This role involves establishing performance metrics, evaluating productivity, and guiding employees in formulating long-term career plans. The Senior Executive will play a pivotal role in aligning training initiatives with organizational goals and promoting a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibility:
 
 
 
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 Training Management: Manage, plan, and implement all training activities in the region and UAE, ensuring alignment with existing policies and best practices to effectively support sales objectives.
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 Learning Initiatives: Initiate and develop new learning and development initiatives that are tailored to meet the evolving needs of employees and the business.
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 Training Calendar: Create, communicate, coordinate, and implement the annual training calendar for all brands within the organization.
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 Team Guidance: Monitor and guide the training team to enhance conversion rates for brands through the use of effective training methodologies.
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 Cost-effective Solutions: Develop and conduct cost-effective training solutions that address employee development needs.
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 Product Knowledge: Acquire and disseminate product knowledge of new brands in the portfolio to effectively train the training team.
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 Content Review: Review and enhance training content prepared for various brands to ensure it meets quality and effectiveness standards.
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 Feedback Analysis: Analyze training feedback from employees and implement relevant changes to improve training programs continuously.
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 Learning Materials: Recommend new learning materials and delivery approaches to optimize training effectiveness and engagement.
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 Best Practices: Ensure the training team adheres to the best training and development practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
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 Delivery Measurement: Manage the measurement of training delivery, follow up, and maintain comprehensive records of all training activities.
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 Course Design: Design and implement training courses and programs that address the diverse needs of the organization and its multicultural workforce.
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 Process Implementation: Implement training processes and modules to facilitate effective learning outcomes across the organization.
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 In-Store and Leadership Programs: Initiate in-store and leadership programs aimed at enhancing employees&rsquo; people skills and overall performance.
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 Retail Assessments: Visit retail outlets to assess retail staff skills through mock sessions or observations and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
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 Mystery Shopping: Organize third-party mystery shopping assessments to evaluate service quality and ensure customer satisfaction.
 
 
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 Desired Experience:
 
 
 
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 The ideal S enior E xecutive &ndash; L &amp;D will have 5+ years of experience in a related field such as training, human resources, or retail operations is desirable.
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 Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), is preferred with a Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills are essential.
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 Additionally, a candidate with a proven track record of effectively coordinating and facilitating training initiatives, adapting to the dynamic nature of retail, and collaborating with various stakeholders would be highly desirable.
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Senior Executive - L&D

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