Associate - Commercial

Role Purpose

The Associate – Commercial is responsible for assisting the sourcing activities for designated country and providing support for the coordination of activities for the International Merchandising function. The role holder is also responsible for supporting collaboration between Sourcing and other business units.

Role Details – Key Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Conduct comprehensive research and market analysis using multiple data sources to support the Sourcing function in identifying potential suppliers, benchmarking prices, and analyzing industry trends.
• Compile, develop, and maintain sourcing-related information, ensuring all data, reports, and supplier documentation are accurately recorded in the relevant information systems.
• Manage and nurture relationships with local and international vendors, ensuring compliance with company policies, service-level agreements, and performance standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Supply Chain, Merchandising, and Finance, to ensure accurate stock availability, cost alignment, and smooth procurement operations.
• Coordinate with Content and Sales Development teams to ensure all products have complete and compliant content, descriptions, and specifications uploaded within the required timelines.
• Retrieve, organize, and maintain corporate documents, reports, and records within the international database management system, ensuring confidentiality and data integrity.
• Perform administrative and operational support tasks, including managing correspondence, scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, ordering supplies, and performing basic bookkeeping and reporting duties.
• Handle communication and logistics efficiently, including directing calls, managing emails, preparing meeting materials, and coordinating appointments and resources to ensure effective office operations.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or Business Administration
• 2-3 years of experience in a similar role
• Communication with relevant stakeholders within the organization
• Timeliness and quality of administrative activities
• Support provided for research activities
• Strong business communication and presentation skills
  
  

What We Offer

At Majid Al Futtaim, we’re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We’re proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us! Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future. Work with over 45,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.