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merchandise planner

TASC Outsourcing

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 Job Title &ndash; Assistant Planner (FMCG/Retail) &ndash; (4 months contract)
 
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 Type &ndash; Outsourced
 
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 Contract Duration- 4 months short term contract
 
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 Work Location &ndash; Dubai
 
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 Salary - AED 6500
 
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 Mandatory - Advanced Excel knowledge - Immediate joiner, preferably from FMCG and Retail Industry
 
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 Job Responsibilities
 
 
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 The Assistant Planner delivers the division merchandise strategy through timely creation of Items and Purchase Orders.
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 Responsible for replenishment, allocation and transfers of product.
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 Responsible for the flow of goods through the Supply Chain, providing reports on Sales and Inventory; maximizing the productivity of inventory and maximizing sales and gross margin.
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 Validating of Order Confirmations against Invoices and orders.
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 Ensuring Shipment Trackers are maintained, delivery dates managed, and deviances are escalated to planners and buyers.
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 Regards
 
 
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Assistant Planner (FMCG/Retail) – (4 months contract)

<div>Who we are:
GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun &amp; Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain. 
About the Role: 
We are seeking an experienced Planner to support the formulation and execution of planning strategies across Pre-Season, In-Season, and Post-Season management cycles. This role plays a key part in optimizing sales, Gross Profit Value (GPV), and inventory levels while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
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<ul><li>Prepare brand/category MIS analytics based on actual sales, forecasts, inventory checks, order parameters, replenishment needs, and upcoming events.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Maintain and analyze sales history, stock budgets, and current inventory levels to prepare accurate sales forecasts by brand/category and season.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure quarterly &ldquo;open-to-buy&rdquo; (OTB) figures are calculated per store.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Monitor brand/category performance using insights from store analytics, customer preferences, historical trends, and the Buying team&rsquo;s outlook.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Coordinate with the Buying team for execution and ensure effective in-season management (stock balancing, markdowns, stock vs. sales analysis).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Keep abreast of latest planning trends and realign processes where required.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Prevent stockouts by ensuring accuracy in planning.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Identify obsolete or slow-moving stock; recommend markdowns/discounts as per SOPs to liquidate inventory.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Prepare variance analysis reports comparing actual performance vs. budgets; identify growth opportunities to minimize down-trending categories.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Monitor and set GMROII and density targets by brand/category to maximize profitability.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure promotional and sales plans are executed as per the trade calendar.</li></ul>
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</ul>Key Metrics (MFP &ndash; Merchandise Financial Planning):
GMROII: Gross Margin Return on Inventory Investment
OTB: Open to Buy<ul>
</ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience:
Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Business Management or related field
5&ndash;7 years of proven experience in planning, category/brand management, or related functions.
Strong analytical skills with experience in sales forecasting, inventory planning, and variance analysis.
Excellent written and spoken English; strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Proficiency in planning systems and MS Excel.</div>

Planner

mumuso general trading LLC

Responsibilities:1. Develop category strategies and product portfolios through market analysis, industry trends, and consumer research to guide procurement and product launch planning.2. Analyze UAE consumer preferences and scenarios to identify demand opportunities and support data-driven decision-making.3. Propose new product development initiatives for underserved categories to enhance brand competitiveness in the local market.4. Plan and execute annual/quarterly/monthly merchandise budgets and selection based on historical sales and market forecasts.5. Monitor new product logistics and timelines to ensure timely launches and sustained customer engagement.6. Design and implement product marketing strategies, including promotional materials and visual merchandising support.7. Oversee product cost control, inventory turnover, and inventory-sales ratio adjustments to maintain healthy stock levels.8. Establish product performance evaluation mechanisms, analyze sales data regularly, and propose actionable improvements.Qualifications:(1) Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or higher, any major accepted.(2) Minimum 1 year of experience in category management or retail chain operations.(3) Familiar with retail chain business processes and cross-functional collaboration (logistics, operations, etc.).(4) Proficient in data analysis, ERP systems, and office software (WPS/Excel/PPT/Word).(5) Strong communication, coordination, planning, and execution skills; able to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.(6) Fluent English communication is preferred.(7) Willing to work overtime, undertake short business trips, and adapt to frequent travel between Dubai and Yiwu (2-3 months every six months).(8) Data Analyst Certificate and valid driver&rsquo;s license are advantageous.Job Type: Full-timeApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Did you have experience in the retail industries for mechandise demand plan?</li><li>What percentage of the time are you willing to travel for work?</li><li>What are your salary expectations?</li></ul>

Demand Planner

Al-Futtaim

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 Job Requisition ID:
 
 171289
 
 
 Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A&rdquo;rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group&rsquo;s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
 
 
 By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.
 
 
 
 Overview Of The Role
 
 
 
 Manages OTB, stock, sales and margin at detailed level to maximise sales and minimise inventory levels.
 
 
 
 What You Will Do
 
 
 
 Delivering Top Line Performance and Profitability
 
 
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 Sets overall guidelines for margin by product area and ensures processes are established to analyse margin deviation.
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 Forecast weekly sales and margin by store and region highlighting risks and opportunities
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 Manages markdown and promotional strategies to ensure margin is maintained to achieve bottom line
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 Manages and owns Good/ Better/ Best pricing strategies
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 Drives the Business Planning process for the brand to arrive at the budgeted sales &amp; Margin (BP)
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 Sales, Margin achieved versus BP and LE
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 Forecast accuracy (+/- 10%)
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 Gross Margin %, Markdown %
 
 
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 Manages OTB, inventory levels and stock turn
 
 
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 Oversee full OTB process, sell through and markdown policy. Analytical and proactively manages sales, inventory and margin through effective range planning
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 Provides accurate OTB plans for each category maximising sell through
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 Forecasts intakes in line with OTB to give an accurate picture of weekly stockholding by brand.
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 Manages and creates category planning
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 Manages store clustering and distribution of stock to stores
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 Creates, manages and maintains MSSI/ WSSI reports
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 Manages monthly intake and timely deliveries in accordance with the brand and Market
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 Ensures all markets have optimum inventory levels at any given point of time
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 Manages the stock profile to ensure that aged inventory is kept to a minimum
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 Availability, Forward Cover
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 Ageing %, Ageing liability and provision
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 Closing stock, cost and units
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 Intake phasing
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 OTB Planning accuracy
 
 
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 Team Collaboration
 
 
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 Works in conjunction with buying team to develop effective, profitable assortment range
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 Collaborates with Financial Planner to forecast budgets and latest estimates by region and store
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 Builds and manages the range plans in conjunction with buying ensuring OTB is controlled
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 Works closely with other departments including Buying, Retail, VM, Operations and Wholesale to ensure the product offer is optimised at all times and sales opportunities are maximised
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 Collaborate with Marketing, Operations and the Brand teams to confirm the commercial calendar for all brands, which would include all key promotions in line with the markdown strategy
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 Regular meetings with key stake holders to drive results
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 Provide support and direction to the allocators / admin assistants and groom them to become future managers in the organization
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 Provide periodic updates to the relevant stakeholders and conduct recurrent stakeholder meetings to ensure effective relationship and align with their expectation
 
 
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 SAP Inventory Management &amp; Reporting
 
 
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 Ensure that SAP is maintained and is regularly and is operating effectively from an inventory point of view
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 Develop and publish reports which will give accurate and reliable information to the management and facilitate decision making
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 Support expansion by providing sales estimates and ensuring the availability of a proper stock package
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 Understand gaps in the existing inventory control process &amp; take corrective action to address these gaps in a timely manor
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 Assist with the development and enforcement of robust inventory/ stock policies, procedures (SOPs) and ensure that the replenishment system in SAP is operating efficientl
 
 
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 Required Skills To Be Successful
 
 
 
 Job-Specific Skills:
 
 
 Strategic planning and analytical skills, All Microsoft Office Programs and knowledge of retail systems
 
 
 Behavioural Competencies :
 
 
 Strong communication skills, confident decision maker, leadership skills, collaborations, managing complexity, influencing others, taking initiative, engaging leadership, developing talent, drive for results and delighting our customer and is a strategic thinker. Keeps up to date with the latest trends and brands, Strong sales focus and eager to learn
 
 
 
 What Equips You For The Role
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge: College or University level graduate.
 
 
 Minimum Experience: 3+ years in Retail Planning (ideally beauty)
 
 
 We&rsquo;re here to provide excellent service but a little help from you can ensure a five-star candidate experience from start to finish.
 
 
 Before you click &ldquo;apply&rdquo;: Please read the job description carefully to ensure you can confidently demonstrate
 
 why
 
 this opportunity is right for you and take the time to put together a well-crafted and personalised CV to further boost your visibility. Our global Talent Acquisition team members are all assigned to specific businesses to ensure that we make the best matches between talent and opportunities. We not only consider the requisite compatibility of skills and behaviours, but also how candidates align with our Values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.
 
 
 As part of our candidate experience promise, we also want to make ourselves available to you throughout the application process. We make every effort to review and respond to every application.
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<div>Who we are:
GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun &amp; Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.
Job Summary:
The Merchandiser plays a crucial role in managing and optimizing the product assortment, inventory levels, and promotions for retail outlets in UAE. This position involves collaborating with various stakeholders, including suppliers, sales teams, and store managers, to ensure effective product placement, timely replenishment, and profitable sales. The Merchandiser is responsible for analyzing market trends, provide point-of-purchase and shelf-management services, monitoring competitors' activities, implementing merchandising strategies (getting the right product, in the right place, time, quantity and price).
Key Responsibilities:
Assortment Planning 
Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify consumer preferences, buying patterns, and market trends. Based on this information, curate and develop an appropriate product assortment for different store locations in the UAE.
 
 
Inventory Management 
Monitor stock levels and analyse sales data to ensure optimal inventory levels at each store. Collaborate with the supply chain and logistics teams to facilitate timely replenishment and avoid stock outs or overstock situations and Rotate products to ensure freshness and minimize wastage. 
 
Visual Merchandising 
Create eye-catching and appealing displays that attract customers and enhance the shopping experience. Ensure that the brand's image and guidelines are followed consistently across all stores and ensure all merchandising activities adhere to company policies and health and safety standards. 
 
Promotions and Pricing 
Develop and execute promotional strategies to drive sales and clear slow-moving inventory. Conduct pricing analysis to set competitive and profitable pricing for products.
 
 
Sales Analysis 
Regularly analyse sales data to identify opportunities for improvement and growth. Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations to communicate performance metrics and make data-driven recommendations to management.
 
 
Trade Partner &amp; Distributor Management 
Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers and sellers to negotiate favorable terms, secure exclusive deals, and ensure that the partners stay updated on product launches and market trends.
 
 
Market Intelligence 
Monitor competitor activities and market trends to identify potential threats or opportunities. Utilize this information to adjust merchandising strategies and maintain a competitive edge.
 
 
Seasonal Planning 
Plan and execute seasonal promotions and product launches, taking into account cultural and regional preferences within the UAE. 
 
Forecasting 
Collaborate with demand planning teams to provide accurate sales forecasts for upcoming periods, ensuring efficient inventory management.
 
 
Compliance &amp; Quality Control 
Ensure all products meet quality and safety standards, adhere to local regulations, and maintain proper documentation for audits.<ul>
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Requirements:
Valid UAE Driving license and own car
1 year experience in FMCG
Good Communication Skills
Willing to work anywhere in the UAE</div>

Merchandiser - Everyday Goods Food

SUMWON STUDIOS

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 Job Title: Head of Merchandising
 
 
 
 
 Location: Dubai
 
 
 
 
 Reports To: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Company Overview
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 SUMWON STUDIOS
 
 is a fast-growing collective of direct-to-consumer fashion brands, including MISSGUIDED, SUMWON, AiiRZ, and KiZN. We are rewriting the rules of fast fashion through creative innovation, deep consumer understanding, and rapid execution.
 
 
 Our team of trend forecasters, designers, and digital experts is driven by a shared obsession for what&rsquo;s next delivering product with purpose to a global customer base.
 
 
 In partnership with one of the world&rsquo;s largest fashion retailers, we have the infrastructure and reach to distribute to over 150 million customers worldwide. We thrive on bold thinking, disruptive energy, and building globally inclusive brands that celebrate individuality.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re scaling fast and we&rsquo;re looking for the right people to help shape the future of fashion.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Role:
 
 
 
 As the
 
 Head of Merchandising
 
 at
 
 SUMWON STUDIOS
 
 , you will drive the end-to-end merchandising strategy across all brands. You will be responsible for planning, buying, trading, pricing, and critical path execution, ensuring we deliver the right product at the right time, with speed, accuracy, and commercial impact.
 
 
 This is a highly strategic and commercially focused role, ideal for a forward-thinking, data-driven leader who understands the urgency of fast fashion, embraces AI-driven processes, and thrives in a high-growth, high-speed environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What you&rsquo;ll do
 
 
 
 
 Planning &amp; Strategy
 
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 Develop and lead the seasonal and in-season merchandising strategy across all brands and categories.
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 Analyze historical and real-time sales data to identify opportunities, inform buying decisions, and influence future option planning.
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 Build and present robust forecasts, range plans, and trading recommendations to leadership.
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 Trading &amp; Commercial Execution
 
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 React fast to trade performance, owning weekly trade reviews and driving stock and pricing actions accordingly.
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 Champion a "buy now, wear now" mentality across categories, informed by consumer behavior and global trends.
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 Manage markdowns, promotions, and trading levers to drive sell-through and margin performance.
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 Data-Led Process Innovation
 
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 Lead the evolution of our merchandising tools and reporting systems, introducing automation and scalable analytics.
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 Implement AI-driven insights to optimize decision-making in planning, pricing, and trading.
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 Build efficient, repeatable workflows and logic-driven frameworks for high-volume SKU management.
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 Critical Path &amp; Speed to Market
 
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 Own the product critical path from order placement through to launch, ensuring timelines are hit and delays are mitigated.
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 Collaborate closely with Design, Buying, and Studio teams to prioritize sampling and streamline go-live processes.
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 Pricing &amp; Promotions
 
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 Define pricing architecture and promotional strategy across all brands in collaboration with the Onsite and Pricing team.
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 Test and evaluate pricing strategies, optimizing for both sales velocity and profit margin.
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 Team Leadership &amp; Cross-Functional Influence
 
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 Lead and develop a high-performing team of Merchandisers, building their commercial acumen and decision-making capability.
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 Set clear goals and KPIs for team members, ensuring continuous performance development and feedback.
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 Work cross-functionally with Buying, Design, Marketing, Studio, Tech, and external partners to deliver cohesive brand and commercial strategies.
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 What you&rsquo;ll bring
 
 
 
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 10+ years of merchandising or planning experience, with at least 3+ years at Head of Merchandising or senior leadership level within a fast-paced fashion retailer.
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 Strong commercial intuition combined with a data and performance driven mindset.
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 Deep understanding of fashion retail dynamics, online consumer behavior, and global market trends.
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 Proven track record of driving growth through smart planning, agile trading, and margin optimization.
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 Advanced Excel and Google Sheets skills; comfort with data modeling and performance dashboards.
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 Experience with or interest in AI-powered tools and merchandising automation.
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 Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate, influence, and inspire teams.
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 What we&rsquo;ll bring
 
 
 
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 25 working days annual leave (rising to 30 after 1 year)
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 30% employee discount across all SUMWON STUDIOS brands (SUMWON, Missguided, AiiRZ)
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 Ongoing learning and development opportunities
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 Company-wide social events and experiences
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 Creative freedom and space to innovate
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 Work with the best minds in fashion, design, and tech
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 Why Join Us?
 
 
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 Work in one of the fastest-growing DTC fashion groups globally
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 Be part of building trend-led brands that challenge the status quo
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 Real ownership, real responsibility, real impact
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 A culture that celebrates individuality and rewards creativity
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Head of Merchandising

Van den Bosch - Erp

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Master Planner</h2>

Dubai (UAE)

Fulltime

We are looking for an experienced professional in logistics and supply chain management to join our team at Van den Bosch DMCC. As a leading ISO tanker operator based in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), Dubai, we specialize in the global transportation of liquid products. We constantly strive to provide innovative and efficient solutions for our customers.

As a master planner, you will be responsible for creating and solving daily logistics puzzles using various modes of transport, such as road, water and rail. Alongside your fellow master planners, you oversee the entire container fleet. You ensure optimal planning results by monitoring revenues and costs per trip, while taking the monthly return on investment into account. Based on costs, lead times, reliability, and other specifications, you determine the deployment and routing of containers. You collaborate with other departments within your division and provide guidance to your colleagues on the planning, enabling them to engage with the various parties and execute the plan. To thrive in this role, you must derive energy from optimising the planning process.

We are seeking an independent professional with strong analytical skills and extensive experience in logistics or supply chain. You are not someone who simply agrees with everything; you stand your ground and know how to tackle logistics challenges better than anyone else. Proactivity, a solution-oriented mindset, and a hands-on mentality are essential for success in this role.
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Your profile</h3>
<ul><li>A completed degree in logistics at higher professional or university level.</li>
<li>Excellent command of the English language.</li>
<li>Experience in logistics or supply chain.</li>
<li>You are assertive, good at solving problems and focused on costs.</li>
<li>Resident of the United Arab Emirates.</li>
<li>A strong sense of responsibility, persuasiveness and self-awareness.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Our offer</h3>
<ul><li>The opportunity to work for an organization recognized as a World-class Workplace in 2024.</li>
<li>A varied role with decision-making freedom, where you will experience new challenges every day.</li>
<li>A pleasant working environment with an enthusiastic and professional team working together towards our goals.</li>
<li>Various opportunities for your personal development and career advancement.</li>
<li>Visa support and medical insurance.</li>
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