sales manager

marketing manager

product manager

commercial manager

brand manager

merchandise manager

Chalhoub Group

<div><p><b>INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT</b></p><p>
For over seven decades, Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East. In its pursuit to excel as a hybrid luxury retailer, the Group has curated a portfolio of over 10 owned brands and strengthened its distribution and marketing expertise for over 400 international names across luxury fashion, beauty, jewellery, watches, eyewear, and art de vivre categories.</p><p>
Every step at Chalhoub Group is taken to build a future where luxury dreams become reality &mdash; bridging cultures and crafting memorable experiences for our consumers. Be it by constantly reinventing itself, committing to innovation, or embracing new technologies, the Group is shaping the future of luxury retail. It delivers seamless omnichannel experiences across more than 950 stores, online platforms, and mobile apps. Driving this innovation journey is The Greenhouse &mdash; the Group&rsquo;s innovation hub, incubator, and accelerator for startups and emerging businesses, regionally and globally.</p><p>
Chalhoub Group fosters a people-at-heart culture rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a workplace catalysed by forward thinking and future-proofing. Today, it brings together over 16,000 talented professionals across eight countries in the Middle East, with a presence in LATAM. Their collective efforts have earned the Group the Great Place to Work certification in several markets.</p><p>
Sustainability is at the core of the Group&rsquo;s strategy, guided by a clear commitment to people, partners, and the planet. Chalhoub Group is proud to be a member of the United Nations Global Compact, a signatory of the Women&rsquo;s Empowerment Principles, and to have pledged to reach Net Zero by 2040.</p><p><b><br>
What you'll be doing</b>
</p><ul><li>Define and execute allocation strategies for seasonal products, ensuring alignment with assortment and demand plans.</li>
<li>Build and maintain inventory and replenishment plans based on store capacity, delivery frequency, and stock requirements.</li>
<li>Prepare replenishment order - creation and execution to ensure timely stock availability across all channels.</li>
<li>Manage markdowns and promotional stock pushes to align with sales and clearance objectives.</li>
<li>Balance inventory across stores, DCs, and MFC to optimize ISA (in-stock availability).</li>
<li>Support sales planning and OTB by collaborating with Buying, Finance, Retail, and Ecommerce teams, leveraging data, market insights, and supplier inputs.</li>
<li>Own and maintain Monthly Sales and Stock Intake (MSSI) plans to optimize stock levels and maximize sales/margin.</li>
<li>Partner with Buying and Trade teams to execute markdown strategies, managing aged stock while maximizing sales and gross margin.</li>
<li>Monitor and manage OTB to ensure effective budget utilization and highlight risks/opportunities for seasonal trade.</li>
<li>Track and manage aging stock, Return to Vendors, improve liquidation processes, and resolve inventory discrepancies.</li>
<li>Support adherence to the critical path by tracking key milestones from OTB to end-of-season actions.</li>
<li>Coordinate with brands and logistics ensuring timely arrival of merchandise from origin until destination.</li>
<li>Ensuring master data and product listing is accurately maintained in the system in coordination with buying &amp; MDM</li>
<li>Replenishment of PLV materials to the stores &amp; MFC ensuring availability</li>
<li>Collaborate closely with Retail Teams and Logistics for smooth business operations</li>
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What you&rsquo;ll need to succeed</b>
</p><ul><li>2+ years experience in merchandise and supply planning or allocation, preferably within retail, fashion, or FMCG industries.</li><li>Hands-on expertise in supply planning tools, such as Blue Yonder, SAP, or equivalent system would be plus</li><li>Proven ability to manage replenishment planning, stock transfers, and markdown execution.</li></ul><p><b>
Education</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field.</li></ul><p><b>
Additional Skills</b></p><ul><li>Good analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize allocation and inventory distribution.</li><li>Good communication capabilities to manage and align cross-functional collaboration.</li><li>Knowledge of inventory control methodologies and replenishment strategies to support operational goals.</li></ul><p><b>
What we can offer you</b>
</p><p>With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.
</p><p>We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.</p><p><b>
We Invite All Applicants to Apply</b></p><p>
It Takes Diversity Of Thought, Culture, Background, Differing Abilities and Perspectives to truly Inspire, Exhilarate and Delight our customers. At Chalhoub Group, we are committed to inclusion and diversity.</p><p>
We welcome all applicants to apply and be part of our exciting future. We ensure equal opportunity for all our applicants without regard to gender, age, race, religion, national origin or disability status.</p></div>

Assistant Merchandise Planner (6 months temporary contract)

PUMA

<div><div>SPEED &amp; SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.</div></div>
<br><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Your talent</b></h2>
</div><p></p><div><div><ul><li>Preferably Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business</li><li>
Relevant product management experience with top tier international sports or lifestyle brands</li><li>
Experience as a footwear buyer</li><li>
Advanced MS Office knowledge</li><li>
Ability to work alongside other functions</li><li>
General knowledge of go-to-market processes</li><li>
General knowledge of the retail environment</li><li>
Strong analytical skills</li><li>
Technical product knowledge</li><li>
Ability to convincingly present category knowledge using PowerPoint and spreadsheet software tools;</li><li>
Fluency in the English language (speaking, reading, writing) at a business level</li><li>
Interested in working in a truly multicultural environment</li><li>
Readiness and ability to travel</li></ul>
</div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Your mission</b></h2>
</div><p></p><div><div><ul><li>Manage all merchandise/product related matters pertaining to Footwear, including, but not limited to, Sportstyle and Performance footwear categories.</li><li>
Execute the global and regional merchandising strategy.</li><li>
Define the GCC footwear collection according to corporate/regional targets and in line with the regional/global business strategy.</li><li>
Market research of competitors&rsquo; products.</li><li>
Define prices at the article level, according to competitors&rsquo; similar products.</li><li>
Propose forecasts based on historical data, trend analysis and other approaches.</li><li>
Analyze sales data, account buying trends and forecasting future sales volumes.</li><li>
Support wholesale business planning.</li><li>
Finalize buying plans for the GCC.</li><li>
Regular reporting as per requirements / guidelines.</li><li>
Day to day work that requires coordination of customer service and purchasing (cancellation, increase orders, maintain updated database, look for FTS, data entry IPS, provide info to sales, create VLP).</li></ul>
</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Our principles</b></h2>
</div><div><div><p>PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.</p>
<p>PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.</p></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Manager Merchandising - Footwear GCC

PATTERN

<div><div><div>The role of the Merchandise Planner is to drive efficient and sustainable Marketplace growth through effective demand planning and inventory management for our European brands. Ensuring that sales forecasts and buy plans drive demand with a direct link between buy in and sell out. This is a pivotal role in the European Team, ensuring best practice merchandising processes are implemented in alignment with the Global strategy.</div></div><br>
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<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Owns the forecasting, planning and inventory management of the European Brand Portfolio, with a focus on Seasonal &amp; Promotional categories.</li><li>
Drives alignment across the commercial trading functions; setting annual, quarterly and weekly budgets in partnership with the Head of Merchandising &amp; Finance. Building demand targets by brand, week, local and marketplace and inventory forecasts by line.</li><li>
Uses available data, statistical models and tools to ensure accurate stock and sales projections are maintained throughout the year. Proactively identifying trends, risks and opportunities.</li><li>
Uses trading levers such as swap and return negotiations, EOL MD management and promotional planning to ensure inventory position, revenue and margin targets are achieved.</li><li>
Provides analytical and actionable insights into forecast deviations and future implications. Working collaboratively to identify and implement solutions.</li><li>
Presents to external clients, leading discussions around Buying Strategy &amp; Sell In-Sell Out forecasts.</li><li>
Oversees category intake, managing OTB, ordering and selection processes. Ensures optimum inventory health, with 95%+ availability on core ranges and targeted sell through on seasonal areas.</li><li>
Works closely with brands to ensure order fulfilment and supply chain efficiencies. Aligning with brand management on ordering strategies implemented by the inventory management team.</li><li>
Drives operational excellence through collaboration with key stakeholders and ownership of innovation projects. Helping with the implementation of reporting and tech improvements required to effectively trade out the European brand portfolio</li><li>
Assists the Head Of Merchandising and Sales team in the onboarding of new brands, contributing to range selection and the forecasting of new brands.</li><li>
Management of overseas team priorities</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree</li><li>
6+ years working in a multiple category/brand merchandising or planning role.</li><li>
Experience in Demand and Supply Chain Planning.</li><li>
In-depth understanding of merchandising and trading approach (RTW experience preferable).</li><li>
Previous experience working with an eCommerce channel (eg. D2C)</li><li>
Highly Commercial mindset, considering both the customer and business needs.</li><li>
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with strong Microsoft Office and PowerPoint skills.</li><li>
Strong communication and inter-personal skills</li><li>
Experience working in a client facing role</li><li>
Past experience working in a fast paced business environment</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div>We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</div></div></div>

Merchandise Planner

Sharaf DG

<div>
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  Job Summary &amp; Purpose:
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 To manage specific categories in the store to include all aspects of stock, manpower, productivity, front end margins and category&rsquo;s top line
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  Key Performance Areas (KPAs) &amp; Principal Accountabilities:
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 1 Lead, inspire and motivate store teams to achieve top line target and front end margins
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 2 Monitor and review all store activities against pre-determined targets that are set as per the AOP including productivity increase &amp; improving efficiency
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 3 Checking the display and merchandising of stock (e.g. correctness of price ticket)
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 4 Ensure that the prices changes are updated and reflected correctly on the merchandise
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 5 Ensure the store is operating as an independent profit center focusing on closely managing both the sales and the expenditure of the store
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 6 Ensure that the stocks/merchandise are received on time at the floor from inventory
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 7 Controlling and reducing shrinkage. Checking security of merchandise on floor by conducting PI counts on a regular basis and variance reconciliation
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 8 Ensuring display logic and implementation of planogram and ensuring the functionality of display merchandise
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 9 Tracking the conversion rates at the department level/individual level
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 10 Responsible for handling and resolving escalated customer complaints and queries
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 11 Responsible for tracking and resolving queries on returns from customer care, location transfer of merchandise/SKU&rsquo;s, Brand Promise and customer deliveries
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 12 Monitor product availability for any in store promotions. campaigns, reporting any shortfalls to the area manager
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 13 Training &amp; Succession planning of the team members
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 14 Timely communication and submission of reports on Productivity, Roster, Leave Planning etc.
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 15 Check staff&rsquo;s grooming/discipline and punctuality
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 16 Adherence to the checklists and processes (staff discount policy, store opening/closing etc)
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 17 MAMR adherence
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 18 Conducting One O Ones on a regular basis
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 Requirements
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  Experience(Yrs&amp; Field):
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 3+ years of experience in Retail Electronics background and 1 year of people management
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  Educational Qualification:
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 Preferably Graduate,Professional Certifications Retail Management
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  Skills &amp; Abilities:
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 Customer Focus, Result Orientation, Team Work, Leading People, Communication, Business Acumen, Problem Solving
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Duty Manager

RNA Resources Group Limited

<p><strong><u>Buying Budget and Planning</u></strong></p><p>• Determine buying   requirements and formulate buying plan and budget for the assigned department/category</p><p>• Align the buying   plan to the overall department/category business plan and the merchandize   strategy as laid down by the department/ category manager</p><p>• Buying &   Planning wil work together on  cost   reduction measures through centralized   bulk buying and/ or selecting appropriate vendor mix, scanning the   environment for benchmarks and constantly improving the purchase process</p><p>• Ensure effective   communication, collation and follow-up on various product requirements and   findings obtained from the sales/store data</p><p><strong><u>Vendor Management</u></strong></p><p>• Develop an adequate   vendor base for the concept through active scouting and negotiation /   renegotiation</p><p>• Build and maintain   relationships with vendors and suppliers and negotiate the best deals with   them for procuring merchandise</p><p>• Maintain contact   with vendors; update list of vendors for bidding purposes; attend product   demonstrations, obtain samples and literature regarding potential products   and vendor capabilities and confer with end users</p><p>• Identify, evaluate   and select appropriate vendor mix to achieve business objectives</p><p><strong><u>Order Management</u></strong></p><p>• Place orders based   on the buying plan and ensure merchandise is delivered as per the plan based   on the agreed service level agreement</p><p>• Implement financial   and credit services agreement with the vendor that maximize profit and   positively contribute to cash flow</p><p>• Track the   merchandise transportation from supplier to landmark distribution centre and   ensure smooth flow of goods</p><p>• Follow the reverse   logistics guidelines to send the faulty / damaged goods back to the vendor</p><p><strong><u>Vendor and Product Research</u></strong></p><p>• Identify and   leverage alternate buying opportunities to source products and to ensure that   company maintains its competitive edge by constant renegotiation</p><p>• Ensure effective   communication, collation and follow-up on various product requirements and   findings obtained from the sales/store data</p><p>• Keep abreast of the   latest trends in buying and discuss the same with the department/category   Manager from time to time to assess realignment of existing processes</p><p>• Gather  information from Industry trade groups or through trade shows/market visits.</p>

Buyer - Women s Wear

Bukhash Brothers

<div>
  <p><strong>What You ll Do:</strong></p>
  <ul>
    <li><strong>Marketing &amp; Campaigns</strong></li>
    <li>Develop and execute marketing campaigns that position #ABtalks merchandise as a core part of the brand experience.</li>
    <li>Create bold, innovative campaigns and collaborations that set merchandise apart in the market.</li>
    <li>Plan seasonal/limited drops and update existing product lines (e.g., refreshing t-shirts, new editions of the card game).</li>
    <li>Manage social media presence for merch, especially TikTok, with a focus on community and engagement.</li>
    <li><strong>Marketing Strategy &amp; Development</strong></li>
    <li>Ensure marketing design of merchandise, quality, and packaging meet #ABtalks creative and brand standards.</li>
    <li>Work closely with the design team to develop new concepts, seasonal collections, and product updates.</li>
    <li>Position the card game and other products as unique, meaningful offerings that reflect the values of #ABtalks.</li>
    <li><strong>Partnerships &amp; Collaborations</strong></li>
    <li>Identify and propose strategic partnerships, activations, or collaborations whether small or bold, mainstream or unconventional that can expand merch visibility and drive sales.</li>
    <li>Develop and pitch creative proposals for opportunities that align with the brand.</li>
    <li><strong>E-commerce &amp; Shopify</strong></li>
    <li>Manage and update the #ABtalks Shopify website with support from the design team (product pages, banners, visuals).</li>
    <li>Track sales and customer insights to improve strategies.</li>
    <li>Implement offers, bundles, or promotions to increase online sales.</li>
    <li><strong>Performance &amp; Reporting</strong></li>
    <li>Track and report on key KPIs: revenue growth, campaign engagement, partnership outcomes, and inventory status.</li>
    <li>Share weekly updates and insights with the Creative Manager.</li>
    <li>Use customer feedback and market research to refine merchandise strategy.</li>
    <li><strong>Collaboration &amp; Oversight</strong></li>
    <li>Work closely with design, social media, and operations teams to ensure smooth execution of launches.</li>
    <li>Oversee interns supporting content creation or activations.</li>
  </ul>
  <br>
  <br>
  <p><strong>What You ll Need</strong></p>
  <ul>
    <li>2+ years experience in marketing, merchandising, or brand growth roles.</li>
    <li>Strong creativity, with proven ability to develop campaigns or ideas that stand out.</li>
    <li>Knowledge of digital marketing, content strategy, and social platforms (especially TikTok/Instagram).</li>
    <li>Basic knowledge of <strong>Shopify</strong> (updating products, tracking sales, reports).</li>
    <li>Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.</li>
    <li>Excellent communication skills for coordination, pitching, and reporting.</li>
    <li>Analytical mindset to track results and refine strategies.</li>
  </ul>
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Marketing Executive

Nord Anglia Education

<p><b>About the Role</b></p>
<p>We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Commercial Development Manager to lead and deliver revenue-generating initiatives across our network of schools in the Middle East.</p>
<p>You will maximise income from non-tuition services including facility hire, after-school clubs, holiday camps, branded merchandise, and other innovative Nord Anglia commercial opportunities.</p>
<p>This role is pivotal in shaping and delivering our commercial strategy, building strong partnerships, and enhancing our brand visibility across the region. You will combine strategic oversight with hands-on operational delivery, ensuring our initiatives are sustainable, profitable, and aligned with our educational mission.</p>
<p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Lead the development and delivery of commercial initiatives across the ME region.</li>
<li>Maximise revenue streams from ancillary services including ASAs, facility hire, camps, and merchandise.</li>
<li>Develop pricing models, promotional campaigns, and strategic partnerships.</li>
<li>Oversee operational delivery, ensuring compliance with legal, health &amp; safety, and safeguarding frameworks.</li>
<li>Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify growth opportunities.</li>
<li>Manage budgets, track KPIs, and report on performance.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with school leaders and marketing teams to optimise uptake and engagement.</li>
</ul>
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Commercial Development Manager

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