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Essity

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Associate Brand Manager FEM &amp; Baby
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</h2><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essity is a leading global hygiene and health company which develops, produces and sells Health &amp; Medical, Consumer Tissue, Personal Care and Professional Hygiene products and solutions which has a strong global presence. We are looking for an Associate Brand Manager to join our dynamic team in Personal Care Business Unit in Dubai, and play a pivotal role in shaping the success of the MEA region. We&rsquo;re seeking individuals who embody our core values, embrace challenges, innovate fearlessly, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. If this describes you, we&rsquo;d love to connect.
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</h2><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Role
</b></h2><p></p><p>The Associate Brand Manager will be responsible for supporting the planning, execution and evaluations of the brand marketing activities. This role includes working externally with media, creative and influencer agencies, and internally with sales, customer marketing, supply chain and finance to deliver successful product launches and campaigns.
</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What You Will Do
</b></h2><ul><li><p>Support the (Senior) Brand Manager in driving brand performance, including market share growth, profitability, and achievement of business objectives within local markets.
</p></li><li><p>Contribute to the development and execution of annual brand plans, including ownership and management of advertising and promotion (A&amp;P) budgets.
</p></li><li><p>Lead and support brand activation and innovation campaigns, ensuring successful execution, performance tracking, and implementation of corrective actions where required.
</p></li><li><p>Manage product innovation projects from concept to launch, including business case delivery, product phase-in/phase-out activities, distribution planning, and activation strategies.
</p></li><li><p>Analyze brand performance, market trends, and consumer insights to identify opportunities and recommend actions that drive growth.
</p></li><li><p>Support the development of product portfolios, pricing strategies, and assortment recommendations in alignment with global guidelines.
</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with cross-functional and global teams to implement assortment initiatives and optimize brand performance.
</p></li><li><p>Build strong understanding of healthcare professionals, payers, clinicians, customers, and consumers to strengthen brand strategies and engagement.
</p></li><li><p>Gather and translate consumer and customer insights into actionable recommendations that enhance brand performance and customer experience.
</p></li><li><p>Contribute to the development of global communication toolkits and innovation initiatives for lead markets.
</p></li><li><p>Ensure product innovations meet local market requirements, including listing, regulatory, and tender requirements, for successful commercialization in non-lead markets.
</p></li><li><p>Monitor brand investments and performance metrics to maximize return on investment and achieve business targets.
</p></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Who You Are
</b></h2><ul><li><p>Must have a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Advertising, or a related field.
</p></li><li><p>Must have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a junior marketing, brand management, or advertising role.
</p></li><li><p>Must have experience managing external agencies, including creative, media, influencer, production, and event agencies.
</p></li><li><p>Must have experience developing and executing media plans, reviewing creative assets, providing constructive feedback, and coordinating marketing events and activations.
</p></li><li><p>Must have experience analyzing market trends, competitor activities, and consumer insights to generate actionable recommendations.
</p></li><li><p>Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders.
</p></li><li><p>Must have fluency in both English and Arabic.
</p></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What We Can Offer You
</b></h2><p></p><p>Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. <i>Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us
</i></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Application End Date:
</b></h2><p></p>05 أغسطس 2026
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Requisition ID:
</b></h2>Essity263715</div>

Associate Brand Manager FEM & Baby

CNTXT AI

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  We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven FMCG Brand, Retail &amp; Marketing Manager to lead brand growth, retail execution, and integrated marketing strategies across multiple channels. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in FMCG brand management, retail operations, trade marketing, consumer engagement, and sales growth initiatives. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent commercial awareness and the ability to execute high-impact campaigns that strengthen brand presence and drive revenue.
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    Develop and execute brand strategies aligned with company objectives and market trends.
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    Manage brand positioning, product launches, packaging, and promotional activities.
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    Monitor brand performance, consumer insights, and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities.
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    Ensure consistency of brand identity across all retail and marketing channels.
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  Retail &amp; Trade Marketing
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    Plan and implement retail marketing campaigns to maximize in-store visibility and sales performance.
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    Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors, retailers, and key account partners.
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    Coordinate merchandising, POS materials, shelf placement, and promotional displays.
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    Analyze retail sales data and market trends to optimize product availability and pricing strategies.
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    Lead integrated marketing campaigns across digital, social media, ATL, BTL, and experiential platforms.
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    Manage advertising agencies, creative partners, and external vendors.
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    Develop promotional calendars and oversee campaign execution within budget.
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    Measure campaign effectiveness and prepare performance reports with actionable insights.
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  Business Development &amp; Strategy
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    Identify new market opportunities, customer segments, and channel expansion strategies.
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    Collaborate with sales teams to align marketing initiatives with revenue targets.
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    Forecast budgets, monitor ROI, and manage marketing expenditures efficiently.
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    Support senior management with strategic planning and market intelligence.
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    Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
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    MBA or professional marketing certification is preferred.
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    5+ years of experience in FMCG brand management, retail marketing, or trade marketing.
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    Strong understanding of consumer behavior, retail dynamics, and FMCG distribution channels.
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    Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
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    Proficiency in marketing analytics, MS Office, and digital marketing platforms.
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    Brand Strategy &amp; Positioning
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    Retail Marketing &amp; Merchandising
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    Consumer Insights &amp; Market Research
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    Budget Management
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    Team Leadership
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    Data Analysis &amp; Reporting
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    Digital &amp; Social Media Marketing
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    Brand growth and market share
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    Retail sales performance
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    Campaign ROI
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    Distribution and shelf visibility
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    Consumer engagement and retention
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    Revenue and profitability targets
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    Fast-paced FMCG environment with cross-functional collaboration.
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    Frequent coordination with sales teams, distributors, retailers, and marketing agencies.
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    Occasional travel for market visits, retail audits, and promotional events.
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Marketing Manager F&B / FMCG

Bulgari

<p></p><div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Position
</b></h3><p></p><p>The CRM &amp; Client Development Associate Manager is in charge of the end-to-end client journey within the market. In alignment with the Omnichannel manager the role will participate in shaping how clients build, experience and celebrate their relationship with the Maison throughout their lifetime.
</p><p>Beyond driving CRM and Clienteling excellence, this position acts as the market's cultural ambassador, translating local client behaviors, rituals, aspirations and emotional expectations into strategic recommendations that influence the entire client ecosystem&mdash;from retail experience and architecture to merchandising, communications, events and training.
</p><p>Working cross-functionally across Retail, Marketing, Merchandising, Training, Client Relations and HQ teams, this role orchestrates a seamless omnichannel experience that strengthens client loyalty, advocacy and lifetime value.
</p></div><p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job responsibilities
</b></h3><p></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities
</b></p><p><b>Client Engagement Strategy &amp; Vision: </b>Define with the Omnichannel Manager and execute the market's client engagement strategy, translating global vision into locally relevant, high-impact experiences across the entire client journey (acquisition, development, loyalty, advocacy). Own critical client KPIs including NPS, Client Lifetime Value, Loyalty, Engagement rates, Omnichannel interaction, and CRM performance.
</p><p><b>Cultural Insights &amp; Advocacy: </b>Act as the voice of the local client, deeply understanding market luxury culture, client expectations, and emerging trends. Provide strategic guidance to cross-functional teams (Retail, Marketing, VM, Training, etc.) to ensure all client-facing decisions reflect local cultural nuances.
</p><p><b>CRM &amp; Clienteling Oversight: </b>Drive the market's CRM and clienteling strategy. Oversee the clienteling calendar, campaign execution, and activation plans. Monitor performance, identify improvements, and disseminate best practices to optimize boutique teams' use of CRM tools and insights for business growth and client loyalty. Serve as the primary coordination point for all CRM and client engagement initiatives between local teams and Headquarters.
</p><p><b>Client-Centric Ecosystem Development: </b>Champion client-centricity across the organization. Partner with Retail, Marketing, Merchandising, Training, and other functions to embed client insights into strategic decisions, aligning teams around the shared ambition of creating exceptional experiences and long-term client value.
</p></div><p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Profile
</b></h3><p></p><ul><li>Senior professional with 7-10 years in luxury client engagement, CRM, and clienteling strategy development.
</li><li>Drives strategic client journey optimization, translating global brand vision into impactful local market experiences to enhance loyalty and business performance.
</li><li>Expert in leading CRM programs, optimizing omnichannel client experiences, and fostering a robust client-centric culture.
</li><li>Proven ability to leverage data analytics for performance improvement and influence cross-functional teams to achieve strategic client engagement objectives.
</li></ul></div><p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional information
</b></h3><p></p><ul><li>Client Relationship Management (CRM) Strategy &amp; Execution
</li><li>Clienteling Expertise
</li><li>Omnichannel Strategy &amp; Implementation
</li><li>Market &amp; Cultural Intelligence (Luxury Sector)
</li><li>Data Analysis &amp; Performance Monitoring (KPIs: NPS, CLTV, Loyalty)
</li><li>Strategic Planning &amp; Vision Setting
</li><li>Cross-functional Leadership &amp; Influence
</li><li>Stakeholder Management
</li><li>Program &amp; Campaign Management
</li><li>Communication &amp; Presentation Skills
</li><li>Business Acumen
</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>BVLGARI
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<b>MAISON
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</h2><div>Bvlgari was founded in the heart of Rome in 1884. Over the decades, the Brand has established a worldwide reputation as magnificent Roman High Jeweler and icon of Italian art of living.
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Through a pioneering vision, the company&rsquo;s international success has evolved into a global and diversified luxury purveyor of products and services, ranging from fine jewels and high-end watches to accessories and perfumes, and featuring an extended network of boutiques and hotels.
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Demonstrated through its numerous philanthropic partnerships, Bvlgari deeply believes in innovating the present for a sustainable future through its commitment to Social &amp; Environmental Responsibility and giving back &ndash; to nature and to the community. In 2024 the Maison announced the creation of <i>Fondazione Bvlgari </i>, reinforcing its devotion to building a meaningful tomorrow through care, generosity and long-term dedication.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

CRM & Client Development Associate Manager

neo immigration consultants - fzco

<p>Sales Manager / General Manager &ndash; Furniture Manufacturing | Joinery | Interior Fit-Out</p><p>About the Role</p><p>We are seeking an experienced and results-driven <b>Sales Manager / General Manager</b> to lead our sales and business development operations within the <b>Furniture Manufacturing, Joinery, and Interior Fit-Out</b> industry.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of driving business growth, developing strategic client relationships, managing high-value projects, and achieving ambitious sales targets within the UAE market.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Develop and execute strategic sales and business development plans to achieve company objectives.</li><li>Identify and secure new business opportunities within the residential, commercial, hospitality, retail, and corporate sectors.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with architects, interior designers, consultants, developers, contractors, and key decision-makers.</li><li>Manage the complete sales cycle, including lead generation, client meetings, presentations, proposal preparation, negotiations, and contract closure.</li><li>Collaborate with estimation, design, production, procurement, and project teams to ensure smooth project execution and client satisfaction.</li><li>Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and emerging business opportunities.</li><li>Prepare sales forecasts, business reports, and pipeline updates for senior management.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and motivate the sales team to achieve individual and team performance targets.</li><li>Ensure exceptional customer service throughout the project lifecycle, from initial inquiry to project handover.</li><li>Represent the company at networking events, exhibitions, and industry meetings to strengthen brand presence.</li></ul><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or a related field.</li><li>Minimum <b>5 years of UAE experience</b> in a Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, or General Manager role within <b>Furniture Manufacturing, Joinery, Interior Fit-Out, or Building Materials</b>.</li><li>Proven track record of consistently achieving or exceeding sales targets.</li><li>Strong network with architects, consultants, developers, contractors, and interior design firms across the UAE.</li><li>Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship management skills.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and strategic business development expertise.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with CRM and ERP systems is an advantage.</li><li>Valid UAE Driving License is mandatory.</li></ul><p>Preferred Skills</p><ul><li>Strong understanding of furniture manufacturing processes, joinery works, and interior fit-out projects.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple high-value client accounts and business opportunities.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and team leadership skills.</li><li>Strong analytical, forecasting, and reporting capabilities.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and achieve challenging business targets.</li></ul><p>Benefits</p><ul><li>Competitive benefits package.</li><li>Career growth and leadership opportunities.</li><li>Dynamic and collaborative work environment.</li><li>Opportunity to work on premium residential, commercial, hospitality, and corporate projects across the UAE.</li></ul><p><b>If you are a highly motivated sales leader with extensive UAE experience in furniture manufacturing, joinery, or interior fit-out, we invite you to apply and become part of our growing team.</b></p><p>Pay: AED17,000.00 - AED18,000.00 per month</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Do you have at least 5 years of UAE experience in sales leadership within furniture manufacturing, joinery, or interior fit-out? Please describe the projects and products you've handled.</li><li>What types of clients have you worked with, and do you have an existing network of architects, consultants, developers, contractors, or interior designers in the UAE?</li><li>What was your annual or monthly sales target in your previous role, and what percentage of that target did you achieve?</li><li>Have you led a sales team and managed the complete sales cycle&mdash;from business development and client acquisition to negotiation, contract signing, and project handover?</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Sales Manager & GM (Furniture Manufacturing , Joinery & Interior Fitout)

Puig

<div><div><p>Brand</p>
<div><p>Byredo</p>
</div><div><p>City</p>
<div><p>Dubai</p>
</div></div><div><p>Work area</p>
<div><p>Retail</p>
</div></div><div><p>Job type</p>
<div><p>Permanent</p></div></div></div><p></p><div><br>
</div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The Opportunity</b></h2>
</div><div><p>Reporting to the Middle East Brand Director Niche &amp; Wellness, the Retail Manager &ndash; Byredo is responsible for the overall management of the retail business with full accountability for driving both commercial performance and brand value through retail and wholesale doors across the UAE. In addition this role is also responsible for supporting our market partners in the region. Key to the role is to ensure delivery of sales, profitability, KPI goals and business objectives. The retail manager is a brand ambassador and leader of their teams and should uphold and champion our values. The Retail Manager is accountable for leading their teams in delivering exceptional and consistent customer experience in line with the brand service and proposition, while actively contributing to business strategy, identifying growth opportunities and influencing key drivers such as flagship performance, clientelling and retail experience evolution.</p>
</div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What you'll get to do</b></h2><br>
</div><p></p><div><div><p><b>Sales Generation</b></p>
<ul><li>Analyze sales reports and data to determine business needs and set forward-looking, opportunity-driven strategies.</li>
<li>Set individual sales and business objectives aligned with each store&rsquo;s needs and goals.</li>
<li>Ensure teams maintain constant client communication through clienteling and CRM, actively building a quality, segmented database to increase sales, loyalty and long-term client value.</li>
<li>Collaborate with Marketing to deliver market-relevant initiatives that drive traffic, conversion and engagement.</li>
<li>Stay up to date on market trends and competitor activity, sharing insights with teams.</li>
<li>Identify and lead business opportunities beyond day-to-day operations to support sustained regional growth.</li>
</ul><p><b>Strategic Leadership &amp; Business Development</b></p>
<ul><li>Drive retail as a strategic pillar of brand development, aligning commercial performance with brand positioning.</li>
<li>Contribute to business planning and decision-making using insights from performance, client behavior and market dynamics.</li>
<li>Identify opportunities to expand across existing stores, new locations and formats.</li>
<li>Shape the evolution of clienteling, CRM, retail experience and flagship positioning across the region.</li>
<li>Provide clear, structured insights and recommendations to support strategic decisions.</li>
</ul><p><b>Profitability</b></p>
<ul><li>Manage and control profitability across stores and region, ensuring gross margin and EBITDA targets are met while identifying opportunities to optimize performance and cost base.</li>
</ul><p><b>Customer Service</b></p>
<ul><li>Lead the delivery of a best-in-class luxury client experience, ensuring differentiation and emotional engagement.</li>
<li>Lead by example with an active presence on the sales floor.</li>
<li>Ensure flagship stores act as benchmark environments for service excellence across the network.</li>
<li>Maintain consistently elevated service standards, including fragrance profiling, evolving with client expectations and brand positioning.</li>
<li>Empower teams to make customer-focused decisions aligned with company values.</li>
</ul><p><b>People Management</b></p>
<ul><li>Build and develop high-performing teams with strong Store Manager leadership.</li>
<li>Develop future leaders to ensure a sustainable succession pipeline.</li>
<li>Drive a performance culture based on clear expectations, accountability and continuous development.</li>
<li>Manage HR issues effectively in line with policies, partnering with HR and the Regional Brand Director as needed.</li>
<li>Conduct performance reviews to identify strengths and development needs.</li>
</ul><p><b>Merchandising &amp; Visual Standards</b></p>
<ul><li>Implement and maintain merchandising and visual guidelines to the highest standards.</li>
<li>Ensure displays, windows and presentation align with campaign guidelines, supporting brand storytelling and client experience.</li>
<li>Partner with In-store, VM teams and Store Managers to ensure appropriate assortment and communicate inventory needs.</li>
<li>Identify and communicate product concerns in a timely manner.</li>
</ul><p><b>Operations</b></p>
<ul><li>Ensure all operational standards are maintained at all times in line with company policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Oversee key operational areas including stock management, scheduling, loss prevention and store compliance, ensuring efficiency, accuracy and minimal disruption to commercial performance.</li>
<li>Act as a coordinator between store network and back-office for smooth execution of activities.</li>
</ul></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>We'd love to meet you if you have</b></h2>
</div><div><ul><li>Experience within the luxury retail sector.</li>
<li>Previous experience as a Retail/Area Manager leading a team in a multi-site store environment.</li>
<li>Proven ability to combine strong operational execution with strategic thinking and business impact.</li>
<li>Commerciality and proven history of driving sales and maintaining profitability.</li>
<li>The ability to create and maintain a luxury service experience.</li>
<li>Good people skills with emphasis on leading and building teams and fostering cross functional relationships.</li>
<li>Proactive with a strong sense of autonomy.</li>
<li>Ability to lead and drive performance across a multi-site network with strong remote management capability.</li>
<li>Comfortable navigating ambiguity with a flexible and agile approach.</li><br>
</ul><p></p><p>We welcome Creators Of All Kinds. If you are unsure of meeting all the requirements but trust you have the transferable skills to excel in this role, complete the application and our teams will get in touch if you are selected for an interview.</p>
</div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>A few things you'll love about us</b></h2>
</div><ul><li>An entrepreneurial, creative and welcoming work culture</li>
<li>A range of learning and development opportunities</li>
<li>An international company with plenty of opportunities to grow</li>
<li>A competitive compensation &amp; benefits package</li>
</ul></div></div></div><div><p>Puig is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</p>
<p>At Puig, we are continually looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences to join our team. We believe that creating an inclusive environment in which you feel welcomed, valued, engaged, and empowered strengthens our business and fosters a culture where we are inspired to work hard, challenge ourselves, and be innovative in our thinking. Additionally, we believe that the diversity of our employees makes us a stronger company and better able to serve our customers around the world.</p></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Byredo Retail Manager

Confidential

<p><strong>Introduction</strong>: </p><p> </p><p>We are a leading UAE retail company representing a portfolio of premium sports, lifestyle, and consumer brands. We are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Analyst to join our finance team. We are known for our commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and delivering exceptional customer experiences, and we offer a dynamic and collaborative environment where employees can make a meaningful business impact.</p><p> </p><p>The Senior Finance Analyst will play a key role in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis, and strategic decision-making. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will provide actionable financial insights that support sustainable growth, improve business performance, and influence key commercial decisions.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Build and maintain the annual and monthly budget &amp; rolling forecast plans by channel, brand and store across Retail, Wholesale and E-commerce.</li><li>Track the business plans against the Budget/Forecast and identify risks and opportunities.</li><li>Work with the accounting team through month-end close on accruals and analytical review.</li><li>Own the monthly management reporting pack: P&amp;L by channel, brand and store, with variances against budget, forecast and last year.</li><li>Prepare the PowerPoint decks for business reviews, leadership meetings and brand principal updates.</li><li>Maintain KPI dashboards covering sales, margin, opex and inventory.</li><li>Support new store feasibilities, lease renewals and other investment cases.</li><li>Improve financial models and automate recurring reports (Excel; Power BI and AI tools).</li><li>Support ERP and BI enhancements and help keep master data clean.</li><li>Document reporting processes so they are repeatable and auditable.</li><li>Ad hoc scenario modelling/ decision support for management.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Qualifications &amp; Experience</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field; CIMA, ACCA, CA or CFA (qualified or part-qualified) preferred.</li><li>Five to eight years in FP&amp;A or commercial finance, with at least two to three years in retail; multi-store, multi-channel or franchise businesses.</li><li>GCC experience strongly preferred.</li><li>Advanced Excel and strong PowerPoint are essential; Power BI or a similar BI tool is a plus.</li><li>Hands-on experience of a major ERP (Microsoft Dynamics or similar).</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong> Why Join us?</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing, multi-brand retail organization where your insights will directly influence business performance and strategic decision-making. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment that values innovation, continuous improvement, and professional development.</p><p> </p><p>If you are a proactive finance professional with strong analytical skills and a passion for turning data into meaningful business insights, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career.</p>

Senior Finance Analyst (Retail)

IHG Hotels & Resorts

<div><p>At <b>InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay</b>, we are seeking a <b>Housekeeping Manager</b> to lead the Housekeeping Department in delivering exceptional cleanliness, comfort, and luxury residential experiences while driving operational excellence and developing a high-performing team.</p><p>
This role is designed for an experienced hospitality leader who combines operational expertise, strong people leadership, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. As Housekeeping Manager, you will oversee all housekeeping operations, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, safety, and service while contributing to the overall success of the property.</p><p>
This is more than a housekeeping leadership role.</p><p>
InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay offers a luxury residential environment where attention to detail creates lasting impressions. As Housekeeping Manager, you will shape the guest experience behind the scenes by creating immaculate living spaces, inspiring your team, and ensuring every residence and public area reflects the highest standards of luxury hospitality.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Why This Role Matters</b></h2><p>
Luxury begins with exceptional housekeeping.</p><p>
As Housekeeping Manager, you will lead one of the property's most important operational departments, ensuring guests consistently enjoy beautifully maintained residences and public spaces. Your leadership will foster a culture of accountability, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement while ensuring operational efficiency and financial performance.</p><p>
Your ability to balance guest expectations, team engagement, quality standards, and business objectives will directly influence guest satisfaction, brand reputation, and overall hotel performance.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Lead the Standards That Define Luxury</b></h2><p>
You will oversee all housekeeping operations, ensuring guest rooms, residences, public areas, linen services, and back-of-house areas consistently exceed InterContinental brand standards.</p><p>
From leading and developing your team to managing quality inspections, departmental budgets, inventory, productivity, and guest satisfaction, you will play a key role in creating memorable guest experiences through operational excellence.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What We'll Support You to Do</b></h2><ul><li>Lead Housekeeping Excellence: Deliver exceptional cleanliness, presentation, and luxury service standards throughout the property.</li><li>Develop High-Performing Teams: Recruit, coach, mentor, and inspire colleagues while building a positive and engaged departmental culture.</li><li>Drive Operational Performance: Manage productivity, scheduling, departmental budgets, inventories, and quality assurance initiatives.</li><li>Elevate the Guest Experience: Ensure every guest enjoys an immaculate environment while responding proactively to feedback and service opportunities.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
The Gig</b></h2><p>
Reporting directly to the <b>Cluster General Manager &amp; Director of Rooms</b>, the Housekeeping Manager is responsible for the strategic and day-to-day leadership of the Housekeeping Department at InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay.</p><ul><li><b>The Opportunity:</b> Lead one of the property's most visible operational departments within a luxury residential hospitality environment.</li><li><b>The Strategy:</b> Combine operational excellence, financial discipline, quality assurance, and people leadership to deliver world-class housekeeping services.</li><li><b>The Impact:</b> Enhance guest satisfaction, colleague engagement, operational efficiency, and brand reputation.</li></ul><p>
You will collaborate closely with Front Office, Engineering, Food &amp; Beverage, Security, Finance, and other operational departments to ensure seamless service delivery across the property.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Stay Human</b></h2><p>
At InterContinental, hospitality is about people.</p><p>
This role is about creating exceptional environments where guests feel comfortable, colleagues feel supported, and operational excellence is achieved through teamwork, trust, and genuine care.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Your Day-to-Day</b></h2><p>
No two days are the same; your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:</p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Housekeeping Operations</b></h3><ul><li>Lead all housekeeping operations across guest rooms, residences, public areas, and back-of-house spaces.</li><li>Ensure all areas consistently meet InterContinental brand standards and luxury expectations.</li><li>Conduct regular inspections and implement quality improvement initiatives.</li><li>Monitor cleanliness, maintenance concerns, and presentation standards throughout the property.</li><li>Coordinate deep cleaning and preventive housekeeping programs.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Leadership &amp; Team Development</b></h3><ul><li>Lead, motivate, coach, and develop housekeeping colleagues and supervisors.</li><li>Recruit, onboard, train, and retain high-performing team members.</li><li>Conduct performance evaluations and support career development planning.</li><li>Foster a positive, inclusive, and service-focused team culture.</li><li>Promote employee engagement and recognition initiatives.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Guest Experience</b></h3><ul><li>Ensure guest rooms are prepared to the highest standards prior to arrival.</li><li>Respond promptly and professionally to guest feedback and housekeeping requests.</li><li>Support VIP arrivals, long-stay guests, and special requests.</li><li>Partner with Front Office to deliver seamless arrival and departure experiences.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement through guest satisfaction feedback.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Operational &amp; Financial Management</b></h3><ul><li>Prepare departmental schedules aligned with business demands.</li><li>Manage departmental budgets while maintaining productivity and service quality.</li><li>Monitor linen, uniforms, guest supplies, and housekeeping inventories.</li><li>Control departmental expenses and minimize waste.</li><li>Ensure effective purchasing and inventory management processes.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Cross-Department Collaboration</b></h3><ul><li>Work closely with Front Office, Engineering, Security, Laundry, and Food &amp; Beverage teams.</li><li>Coordinate room availability and maintenance priorities.</li><li>Support major events, VIP visits, and operational projects.</li><li>Ensure effective communication across all operational departments.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Quality, Safety &amp; Compliance</b></h3><ul><li>Maintain compliance with IHG brand standards, policies, and operating procedures.</li><li>Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and security regulations.</li><li>Lead housekeeping audits and quality assurance inspections.</li><li>Maintain accurate departmental documentation and operational reports.</li><li>Promote sustainability initiatives and environmentally responsible housekeeping practices.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What Success Looks Like</b></h2><ul><li>Outstanding cleanliness and quality inspection scores.</li><li>High guest satisfaction relating to housekeeping services.</li><li>Strong colleague engagement and team retention.</li><li>Effective departmental cost control and productivity performance.</li><li>Excellent collaboration across operational departments.</li><li>Consistent compliance with IHG luxury brand standards.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Who This Role Is Perfect For</b></h2><ul><li>Experienced housekeeping leader passionate about luxury hospitality.</li><li>Inspirational people manager committed to developing high-performing teams.</li><li>Operationally focused professional with strong commercial awareness.</li><li>Detail-oriented leader who drives quality and consistency.</li><li>Collaborative manager who builds strong cross-functional relationships.</li><li>Service-focused hospitality professional who leads by example.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What We Need From You</b></h2><p>
Ideally, you bring some (or all) of the following:</p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Education</b></h3><ul><li>Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management or related field preferred.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Experience</b></h3><ul><li>Minimum 5&ndash;7 years of progressive Housekeeping leadership experience.</li><li>Previous experience as Housekeeping Manager or Assistant Executive Housekeeper within luxury hotels or branded residences.</li><li>Experience managing large housekeeping teams and departmental budgets.</li><li>Strong knowledge of Opera PMS and housekeeping management systems.</li><li>GCC/UAE hospitality experience preferred.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Personal Attributes</b></h3><ul><li>Exceptional leadership and people development skills.</li><li>Strong organisational and operational management abilities.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>High attention to detail and commitment to quality.</li><li>Financial and commercial awareness.</li><li>Ability to perform effectively in a dynamic luxury hospitality environment.</li><li>Passion for continuous improvement and service excellence.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What You Can Expect from Us</b></h2><p>
At InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay, we create an environment where our people can excel. We offer competitive compensation, valuable employee benefits, and exceptional development opportunities&mdash;including full uniform provision, generous accommodation discounts, and access to world-class training that supports long-term career growth.</p><p>
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels &amp; Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.</p><p>
We foster a culture of trust, support, and acceptance&mdash;always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. At IHG, we give every member of our team the room they need to belong, grow, and make a difference in a collaborative environment.</p><p>
We know that to work well, we need to feel well&mdash;both inside and outside of work. Through our myWellbeing framework, we're committed to supporting wellbeing across your health, lifestyle, and workplace.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Ready to Lead Housekeeping Excellence?</b></h2><p>
If you don't meet every requirement but believe you bring the right leadership, operational expertise, and passion for hospitality, we'd still love to hear from you.</p><p>
Join us and help shape exceptional luxury residential experiences in Dubai&mdash;where your leadership, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence ensure every guest enjoys the comfort, care, and quality that define InterContinental.</p><p></p>
As the world&rsquo;s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels &amp; Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental&reg;️ brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you&rsquo;d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we&rsquo;d like to welcome you to the world&rsquo;s most international luxury hotel brand.<p>
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.</p></div>

Housekeeping Manager at InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay

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