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Majid Al Futtaim

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 BUSINESS INTRODUCTION
 
 
 
 Majid Al Futtaim Holding is the leading shopping mall, retail, communities, entertainment developer and operator in the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia regions. With over 43,000 people, revenues of over US$ 11 Billion, and operations in 18 countries. Some of the iconic brands we carry include Mall of the Emirates, Carrefour, All Saints, Lego, City Center, Abercrombie &amp; Fitch, &amp; Vox Cinemas. We believe in making Great Moments for Everyone, Every day.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 JOB TITLE
 
 
 
 Buyer | Majid Al Futtaim LifeStyle | Buying
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ROLE SUMMARY
 
 
 
 The Buyer will be responsible for implementing the buy strategy for the assigned brand and building a product assortment that meets customer needs and drives the growth of the Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle business. The Buyer will support the General Manager Merchandising in highlighting short and long-term strategic approaches, future growth opportunities, and areas of risk for the business with regards to product ranging, allocation, inventory, brand perception, pricing, and margin.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ROLE PROFILE
 
 
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 Formulate a suitable buy strategy and plan in line with Brand and Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle guidelines.
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 Purchase commercial and profitable product ranges to maximize profitability and sales.
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 Control all aspects of stock to minimize loss of sales and balance product mix through consistent and rigorous in season analyses.
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 Negotiate product pricing, cost of shipment, payment terms, and intake margin with local vendors, taking into consideration business and cost effectiveness as the main consideration.
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 Monitor brand performance, initiating corrective action where necessary to ensure operations are conducted within the agreed financial parameters.
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 Deeply understand brand perception, product feedback, and product requests by regularly visiting stores and interacting with the store teams.
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 Nurture a strong working relationship with the Planning, Finance, Digital, Logistics, and Operations teams to drive common business goals.
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 REQUIREMENTS
 
 
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 A Bachelors&rsquo; Degree, preferably in Business Management, Marketing or related field.
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 Qualification in Retail Management.
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 3-4 years of experience in a Buying and Merchandising role.
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 Fashion retail background is mandatory.
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 WHAT WE OFFER
 
 
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 At Majid Al Futtaim, we&rsquo;re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We&rsquo;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!
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 Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
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 Work with over 45,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.
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Buyer - THAT Concept Store

Ounass

Supporting the end-to-end buying process for the Kidswear category from range planning and selection to purchasing, pricing, and product lifecycle management.Partnering with the Planning, Merchandising, and Marketing teams to align on stock levels, sell-through targets, and campaign product selections.Monitoring category performance and providing insights on sales, stock, and margin to ensure alignment with overall business goals.Building and maintaining strong relationships with brand partners and suppliers, ensuring effective collaboration and timely deliveries.Staying up to date with market trends, consumer insights, and competitor activities to make informed buying decisions.Assisting in seasonal buying appointments, preparation of brand reports, and managing reorders to drive commercial opportunities.Supporting the Buyer with buying feedback reports, performance reviews, and recommendations for future seasons.

Buyer - MAT Cover

WOW Softech

Position: Assistant Buyer - Ladies Footwear Experience: 6+ Years in retail industry with at least 4 years in Merchandising role or at least 1 year in an assistant buyer role into footwear buying &amp; merchandising Location: Dubai, UAE Role &amp; responsibilities The role provides analytical and operational support for enabling effective running of activities related to the department. Individual contributor role with responsibility for supporting in range building, product development and strategy, monitoring the fashion market and customer activity. <ul> <li>Assist the buyer/senior buyer in costing negotiation with suppliers and ensure margin targets are met </li> <li>Work with buyer/senior buyer to formulate clear strategy for season through in season and post season review analysis. </li> <li>Assist buyer/senior buyer in creating seasonal range plan/buy plan.</li> <li>Work closely with buyer and design team for product development</li> <li>Support in product development with design, manage vendors- tech pack finalisation &amp; supplier selections. </li> <li>Work with buyer/senior buyer to finalise sample &amp; ranges for laydown.</li> <li>Communication with suppliers requirements, pricing, packaging and compliance </li> <li>Work closely with merchandiser on approvals/ fits/ overall look of the garment, sample management, critical path management, vendors &amp; logistics management </li> <li>Seamless PLM management in terms of data entry, comments &amp; price negotiation </li> <li>Analyse weekly sales reports, product performance, stock availability, UDA analysis and highlight clear trade actions required. </li> <li>Work with VM team on collection launches as well as with sourcing, quality and logistics team for effective product quality and order management </li> <li>Market research track competition &amp; inspiration brands regularly with buyer/senior buyer to spot opportunities and risks and suggest actions to mitigate risks and leverage opportunities. </li> <li>Any other duties that maybe assigned by buyer/senior buyer /department head from time to time for smooth running of the department.</li> </ul> Preferred candidate profile <ul> <li>Strong product knowledge in related category/department </li> <li>Good Knowledge of buying processes </li> <li>Good Trend and customer understanding </li> <li>Good analytical skills </li> <li>Good planning and organising skills </li> <li>Good communication &amp; presentation skills </li> <li>Able to collaborate within team &amp; across functions </li> <li>Good Negotiation skills &amp; Continuous improvement mindset</li> </ul>

Assistant Buyer - Ladies Footwear - Fashion Retail

Apparel Group

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 POSITION OBJECTIVE
 
 
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 Plan and select the range, type, quality and quantity of merchandise according to customer demand, trends, store policies and set prices and sell through targets in conjunction with the Brand Manager/GM to ensure they are in line with the budget
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 Carry out buying activities in-line with the brand buying plans
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 Maintain profitable relationships with existing suppliers and monitor the adherence to the contract terms
 
 
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 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 Business Strategy:
 
 
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 Drive the seasonal strategies in line with the brand positioning to formulate Gross Margin Plan
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 Develop a fine tuned assortment and investment plan
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 Create the sourcing development plan and action the critical path to deliver timely
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 Negotiate with new suppliers on product pricing, payment terms, cost of freight, provision of training, and the extent of their involvement in advertising and promotions, to decide on placing a purchase order with the supplier for the concerned product
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 OTB Planning
 
 
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 &ndash; Manage OTB in tandem with the planning counterpart
 
 
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 Deliver the seasonal business strategy by monitoring and impacting the critical path, range building and product selection
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 Prepare and manage the buying calendar
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 Formulate seasonal product focus plan with Marketing and VM to drive key product initiatives
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 Focus on holding current business and build new categories
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 Conducting customer focus groups and competitive shopping
 
 
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 Performance and Operations:
 
 
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 Analysis and reporting of weekly sales performance at style, range, category and business unit level against range plan. Take in season action to revise production flows and maximize sales
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 Manage TNA plans
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 Implement the buying calendar for timely seasonal analysis and range build
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 Perform regular competitor surveys to identify product gaps, influence lessons learnt and range plans
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 Manage range and product hierarchy and create the seasonal phasing plan
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 Responsible for the &lsquo;The Look&rsquo; for the season. Influence product selection, in-store VM as per guidelines and layout planning
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 Keep abreast of market trends and awareness of competitor activities
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 Manage the product training of staff to ensure up-to-date knowledge. Prepare regular trends training and deliver to the business units
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 Review buying feedback reports and provide recommendations to General Manager as to buying strategy for a respective brand/collection
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Category Manager

Job Details Country: UAE City: Dubai Industry: Retail / Fashion Function: Buying / Merchandising Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time Key Responsibilities * Develop and implement buying strategies that align with brand and organizational goals. * Plan and manage seasonal product assortments to ensure balance between style, price, and customer preference. * Monitor Open-to-Buy (OTB) budgets and control spending by store and category. * Analyze in-season performance and adjust strategies to optimize sales and margins. * Build and maintain strong vendor relationships while negotiating prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules. * Partner with Planning, Logistics, Marketing, and Operations teams to ensure effective stock flow and brand consistency. * Leverage customer feedback, sales analytics, and market research to inform buying decisions. * Support training sessions for store teams on new collections, trends, and product highlights. Ideal Profile * Bachelor s degree in Business, Marketing, Retail Management, or a related field. * Minimum 3 4 years of experience in a buying or merchandising position within fashion retail. * Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills. * Proven ability to interpret fashion trends and align product ranges with market expectations. * Collaborative team player with initiative and a customer-first approach. * Adaptable and motivated to innovate within a fast-paced retail environment. Skills Set * Retail Buying and Merchandising * Supplier Negotiation and Management * OTB Budgeting and Sales Analysis * Trend Forecasting and Product Selection * Cross-Functional Collaboration * Inventory and Margin Optimization

Buyer Luxury Retail Fashion

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Objective:
 
 
 
 This position is responsible for ensuring effective brand positioning through strategic product selection that aligns with the target customer profile, while achieving gross margin goals and maintaining a healthy sell-through rate of 60% or higher.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 Product Range:
 
 
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 Support the development of brand strategies by understanding customer profiles and market positioning
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 Plan category assortments based on historical performance, market trends, and future potential
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 Establish seasonal purchase strategies in collaboration with the planning team, using data-driven insights
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 Grade stores by format and country to differentiate product mixes for high-end and value-driven locations
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 Develop procurement strategies for seasonal sales, grounded in product performance history
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 Create pricing plans using perceptual pricing and market benchmarking
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 Coordinate direct procurement with brand principals
 
 
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 Order Management:
 
 
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 Raise purchase orders in line with the buying plan to ensure on-time deliveries per SLAs
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 Monitor in-transit inventory to ensure smooth supply chain movement from supplier to warehouse
 
 
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 Vendor Management:
 
 
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 Establish and sustain long-term relationships with suppliers to ensure fair deals.
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 Ensure on-time delivery of products and adhere to compliance with the contracts of purchase.
 
 
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 Store Management:
 
 
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 Visit stores to ensure proper store display of product categories and to understand performing and non-performing goods
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 Visit competitor stores to understand bench marking, and for inspiration
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 Maintain weeks of cover, monitor stock levels, and plan purchases within budget
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 Coach the store staff to gather product feedback and customer feedback on basic and key offerings ensuring growth and development
 
 
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 Competition Knowledge
 
 
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 Stay up-to-date with local and global markets, as well as industry trends
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 Be aware of competing brands and products&rsquo; activities
 
 
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 Key KPIs:
 
 
 
 Quantitative KPI
 
 
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 Gross margin target
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 Sell through target
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 Exclusive and NOS Business
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 Week of cover for particular category
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 Stock Ageing and Stock Turn
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 Trend/Buy presentation
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 Product training
 
 
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 Qualitative KPI
 
 
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 Understand market trend
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 Able to grasp business requirement
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 Influence brand to customize requirement
 
 
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 Desired Experience:
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Fashion, Retail Management, or a related field from a recognized institute.
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 2&ndash;3 years of relevant retail buying experience.
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 Proficient in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
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 Strong understanding of product strategy, vendor management, assortment planning, and trend analysis.
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 Knowledge of market research, data analysis, and forecasting techniques.
 
 
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 About Us
 
 
 
 &ldquo;Apparel Group is a global fashion and lifestyle retail conglomerate residing at the crossroads of the modern economy &ndash; Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Today, the Apparel Group caters to thousands of eager shoppers through its more than 1750+ stores and 75+ brands across all platforms employing 17,000 multicultural staff covering four continents.
 
 
 Apparel group has carved its strong presence not only in the UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and Saudi Arabia but opened thriving gateways to market in India, South Africa, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia. Additionally, clear strategies are in place to enter emerging markets such as Hungary, Pakistan, Egypt and Philippines. Also, Apparel Group provides customers the experience of shopping from the comfort of their own home with ease and convenience via our E-Commerce site 6thStreet.com
 
 
 Apparel Group Operates Brands from around the world, originating from USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, Asia and include leading names in Fashion, Footwear &amp; Lifestyle such as Tommy Hilfiger, Charles &amp; Keith, Skechers, Aldo, Nine West, Aeropostale, Jamie&rsquo;s Italian to name a few and other key brands include Tim Hortons, Cold Stone Creamery, Inglot, Rituals etc..
 
 
 The Apparel Group owes its amazing growth to the vision and guidance of its dynamic Chairman, Nilesh Ved, who has taken the company from strength to strength since its inception in the last two decades.&rdquo;
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Buyer

Al Tayer Insignia

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 Junior Buyer | Home - Luxury | Dubai&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 We are looking for
 
 Junior Buyer -
 
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 Home
 
 experience working closely with the buying lead. This person is responsible to take ownership for a section of the departmental buy (e.g., a category) and drives sales through its purchases of high-quality merchandise at the most advantageous price. The Junior buyer ensures proper management of their brand relationships and is responsible for the end-to-end product process.
 
 
 The Junior Buyer who has strong buying background with luxury Home across categories, etc. The role would be for Bloomingdales home and The White Company across stores and e-com in UAE and Kuwait.&nbsp;
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing
 
 
 
 Strategic Roles and Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Develops a detailed understanding of their department and the market trends for the category. Works closely with their Buyer/line manager to clearly define the product strategy and operates in collaboration with the principal brand(s) to execute this via the right assortment.
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 Takes on board store team and customer feedback in order to range build the assortment for their particular category.
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 Regularly presents and updates VP buying/Head of buying along with the Buyer with performance insights and analysis. Reacts quickly to feedback and requests from senior management.
 
 
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 Functional Roles and Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Research and sourcing, industry trends and approaches new brands or products areas to include within the portfolio.
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 Maintain regular communication with suppliers as applicable.&nbsp; Assist with the efficient ordering delivery and payment of merchandise to reduce the likelihood of queries and problems.
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 To assist the Buyer to research and select from home and abroad, the best quality merchandise suppliers have to offer at the best price to maximize sales and profit margins.&nbsp; In conjunction with the Buyer to control the selection of merchandise for the Sales within the agreed markdown and to reach the agreed stock level.
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 Place re-orders as applicable in consultation with buyers and communicate relevant information to all relevant parties in planning and supply chain.
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 Maintain accurate database of vendor agreements and forward completed vendor agreements to Merchandise Planning.
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 Consolidate buying feedback reports and provide buyers with reports and recommendations per brand portfolio.
 
 
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 People Management Roles and Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Assumes responsibility for the outcomes of others. Promotes a sense of urgency and establishes and enforces individual accountability in the team. Works with people to establish explicit performance standards. Is completely on top of what is going on and knows where things stand. Provides balanced feedback at the most critical times.
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 Proactively develops relationships with a wide variety of people. Builds immediate rapport, even when facing difficult or tense situations. Understands interpersonal and group dynamics and reacts in an effective manner. Engages input from others constantly and listens with empathy and concern.
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 Readily distinguishes between what&rsquo;s relevant and what&rsquo;s unimportant to make sense of complex situations. Looks beyond the obvious and doesn&rsquo;t stop at the first answers. Analyzes multiple and diverse sources of information to define problems accurately before moving to solutions.
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 Delivers messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. Articulates messages in a way that is broadly understandable. Adjusts communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders.
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 Takes consistent action to develop new skills. Finds ways to apply strengths to new issues. Is aware of the skills needed to be successful in different situations and levels. Seeks assignments that stretch him/her beyond comfort zone.
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 Decisively makes high-quality decisions, even when based on incomplete information or in the face of uncertainty. Actively seeks input from pertinent sources to make timely and well-informed decisions. Skillfully separates opinions from facts. Is respected by others for displaying superior judgment.
 
 
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