trading manager

Al-Futtaim

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 Job Requisition ID:
 
 174982
 
 
 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 Arab 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 organization 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:
 
 
 
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 The Food Trading Manager plays a critical role in maximizing trading opportunities within the MENA region by collaborating with key stakeholders across stores and the Support Centre. The role requires a champion of retail within the Food Business Unit (BU), focusing on developing store teams to effectively trade food halls, ensuring exceptional store experiences and executing transformation projects with precision and alignment to organizational objectives.
 
 
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 What You Will Do:
 
 
 
 Trading Strategy and Execution
 
 
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 Develop a robust Trading Calendar and Trading Guidelines to set a clear cadence for trading the food hall.
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 Lead and develop SRD capabilities to enhance trading effectiveness.
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 Coach and develop retail teams to ensure right first-time implementation and resolve trading issues.
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 Plan and execute food transformation projects aligning with people, product, and process plans.
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 Manage multiple live projects with varying timelines, addressing issues and adjusting plans to meet objectives.
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 Exploit Market Intelligence (MI) to inform and improve strategic and tactical decision making.
 
 
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 Retail Standards and Visual Execution
 
 
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 Deliver exceptional visual standards for store product launches both on the sales floor and backstage.
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 Ensure stores meet best-in-class expectations through effective communication and coaching.
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 Champion retail in the Food Business Unit ensuring a customer focus.
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 Engage and guide Regional and Store Managers through transformation projects from concept to post-implementation review.
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 Ensure stores have clear trading guidelines and effective trading MI to deliver excellent merchandising standards.
 
 
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 Required Skills To Be Successful:
 
 
 
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 Strong planning and organizational skills with adaptability to business changes.
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 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage across all organizational levels.
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 Resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure and ambiguity.
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 Robust skills in commercial acumen, strategy development, and operational execution.
 
 
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 What Qualifies You For The Role:
 
 
 
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 Established leadership and store experience.
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 Technical knowledge of M&amp;S Foods principles and merchandising standards.
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 Solid commercial acumen and decision-making skills to interpret and create commercial actions.
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 Ability to coach and influence store teams and senior stakeholders with confidence and clarity.
 
 
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 About Al-Futtaim Retail
 
 
 
 Al-Futtaim Retail has established itself as one of the leaders in Retail across the Middle East, Africa &amp; Asia over the past 30 years. We have developed partnerships with some of the biggest and most respected Brands in the world including IKEA, ACE and Toys R Us in the Middle East and the Inditex Group of Brands (Zara, Mango, Bershka and P&amp;B) across Asia. We are also one of the largest Global partners of Marks and Spencer&rsquo;s in both regions with over 75 stores offering both fashion &amp; food options.
 
 
 Most recently we have been responsible for bringing brands to the Middle East for the first time with the exciting launches of Watsons and B&amp;Q and we aim to continue to be agile and adaptive to our markets with new launches and further development. For this to be possible we aim to recruit the best talent from all backgrounds who will continue to challenge and develop our diverse workforce which includes over 100 nationalities across 12 countries. Join us today and make a difference&hellip;
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Food Trading Manager

Emirates Talent Solution

Industry: Gold &amp; Oil Trading / Commodities Job Type: Full-time | PermanentAbout the Role: We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Trading Manager to lead our gold and oil trading operations. The ideal candidate will have strong market knowledge, international trading experience, and the ability to manage high-value transactions with full compliance and profitability.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee end-to-end trading operations for gold and oil commodities.</li><li>Build and maintain supplier and buyer networks locally and internationally.</li><li>Monitor global market trends, prices, and risk factors for gold and oil.</li><li>Negotiate contracts, pricing, and payment terms to maximize profitability.</li><li>Ensure compliance with UAE/Pakistan regulations, international trade laws, AML, and KYC.</li><li>Manage risk, margins, and profitability of trading portfolios.</li><li>Coordinate with banks, refineries, logistics, insurance, and compliance teams.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.</li><li>10+ years of experience in gold and/or oil trading.</li><li>Strong understanding of commodity markets, pricing mechanisms, and international trade.</li><li>Experience handling high-value transactions and risk management.</li><li>Excellent negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and make strategic trading decisions.</li></ul>Core Competencies:<ul><li>Strategic thinking and market analysis</li><li>Risk management and compliance awareness</li><li>Strong network and relationship management</li><li>Leadership and team coordination</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary with performance-based incentives</li><li>Exposure to international trading markets</li><li>Professional and growth-oriented work environment</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs150,000.00 - Rs300,000.00 per monthAbility to commute/relocate:<ul><li>Karachi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Gold &amp; Oil Trading: 7 years (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Trading Manager – Gold & Oil

Industry: General Trading Location: Karachi, Pakistan Job Type: Full-time | PermanentAbout the Role: We are looking for an experienced and results-driven Trading Manager to manage and expand our general trading operations in Karachi. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supplier sourcing, client management, negotiations, and ensuring profitable and compliant trade execution across multiple product categories.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage end-to-end general trading operations including sourcing, sales, and execution.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers and buyers.</li><li>Negotiate pricing, contracts, and payment terms to maximize margins.</li><li>Monitor market trends, pricing movements, and demand dynamics.</li><li>Oversee import/export documentation, logistics coordination, and compliance.</li><li>Prepare sales forecasts, profitability analysis, and management reports.</li><li>Identify new business opportunities and expand trading portfolios.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Commerce, or a related field.</li><li>7&ndash;10 years of experience in general trading or commodities.</li><li>Strong negotiation, commercial, and deal-closing skills.</li><li>Hands-on knowledge of import/export procedures and trade documentation.</li><li>Familiarity with local and international trading markets.</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship management skills.</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary package</li><li>Growth-oriented role with decision-making authority</li><li>Professional and stable working environment</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs150,000.00 - Rs300,000.00 per monthAbility to commute/relocate:<ul><li>Karachi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>General Trading: 5 years (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Trading Manager – General Trading

Odeabank

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 Desk Head &ndash; Spot Trading &ndash; Group Manager
 
 
 
 
 We are looking for an Odealist to create value together!
 
 
 
 We work in a world where new ideas, bold steps, and learning happen every day. At Odeabank, we measure success not only by results but also by learning, growing, and creating value.
 
 
 We work in a culture that is collaborative, innovative, and open to different perspectives. Everd day, we move forward together for a better experience and a stronger future.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What Can You Expect?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 A culture that supports your development:
 
 Training, mentoring, and continuous learning opportunities
 
 
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 Working model:
 
 A hybrid environment that offers both productivity and balance
 
 
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 Inclusive team structure:
 
 An organizational culture shaped by openness, respect, authenticity, and enthusiasm
 
 
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 Sustainable vision:
 
 Commitment to gender equality, diversity, and sustainability
 
 
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 Supportive leadership:
 
 Managers who value your ideas and encourage sharing
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are looking for a Desk Head &ndash; Spot Trading to lead our Spot Desk and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Treasury franchise.
 
 
 
 
 
 This role is ideal for a commercially driven trader with strong market intuition, technical depth, and the ambition to move beyond pure execution &mdash; someone who can combine trading excellence, business development, and strategic thinking.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities :
 
 
 
 
 
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 Lead and manage the Spot Trading Desk, ensuring efficient execution, robust risk management, and sustainable P&amp;L generation.
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 Actively trade and oversee FX spot and money market products, with a strong grasp of rates dynamics and market microstructure.
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 Develop trading-led client solutions and contribute to revenue growth through market intelligence and idea generation.
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 Partner closely with ALM, Balance Sheet Management, Sales, IT, and Risk to align trading activity with the bank&rsquo;s broader strategy.
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 Represent the desk in senior committees and contribute to Treasury-wide transformation initiatives.
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 Derivatives, Rates &amp; Market Intelligence (Strong Value-Add
 
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 Ability to think in derivatives, even when operating primarily in spot markets.
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 Prior exposure to option flows, with an understanding of how volatility, skew, and positioning influence spot and forward dynamics.
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 Solid knowledge of the rates market, curve behavior, and cross-asset transmission.
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 Ability to convert derivative-driven signals into improved execution, positioning, and risk awareness.
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 Technology, Algorithms &amp; Trading Infrastructure (Highly Valued) :
 
 
 
 
 
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 Strong interest in algorithmic trading and systematic execution strategies.
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 Familiarity with algo-driven market making, smart order routing, or execution optimization is considered a meaningful advantage.
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 Hands-on experience with Murex is a significant asset, particularly in pricing, risk management, trade lifecycle, and P&amp;L attribution.
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 Ability to work closely with IT and quantitative teams to translate trading needs into system and model enhancements.
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 Strategy, Ecosystem &amp; Future Banking :
 
 
 
 
 
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 Strong curiosity around Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) and ecosystem-driven financial models.
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 Ability to bridge traditional Treasury and trading practices with next-generation banking architectures.
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 View Treasury as not only a control function, but as a scalable platform for liquidity, FX, and funding solutions.
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 Profile We Are Looking For :
 
 
 
 
 
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 Proven experience in FX Spot Trading, with exposure to rates, options, or derivatives-driven environments.
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 Minimum 12 years of relevant and comparable experience
 
 in FX Spot Trading, Treasury, or closely related trading roles.
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 A business development mindset with strong commercial instincts.
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 Deep understanding of liquidity, balance sheet dynamics, and market risk.
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 Leadership capability to build, mentor, and elevate a trading team.
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 Comfortable operating across markets, regulation, and technology.
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 Strong communication skills, able to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.
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 Why Join Us :
 
 
 
 
 
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 A senior leadership role with real ownership and strategic influence.
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 The opportunity to shape a modern, technology-aware Treasury function.
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 A culture that values
 
 market discipline, innovation, and long-term value creation
 
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 Benefits:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Private Mixed Health Insurance for you and (if applicable) your spouse and children
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 Corporate Life Insurance
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 Remote Work Support
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 Meal Allowance
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 Birthday Leave
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 A company vehicle will be provided
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 Why Odeabank?
 
 
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 Innovative business model focused on investment and technology
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 Odealist teams shaping not only today but also the future
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 Corporate discount agreements with O'Deal
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 Social events, clubs, and employee communities
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 Special occasion celebrations
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 Recognition and reward mechanisms that regularly highlight achievements
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 Well-being seminars
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 If you want to grow in an Odealist culture
 
 , complete your application now and join us on our journey! 💫
 
 
 
 
 
 
 *The hiring process at Odeabank includes Human Resources Assessment, relevant manager interviews, and competency-based evaluations.
 
 
 
 
 The offer process begins for candidates who successfully complete all stages.
 
 
 
 
 **Under the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698, your personal data is processed solely for recruitment purposes during the application process.
 
 
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Desk Head – Spot Trading – Group Manager

thyssenkrupp Materials Trading

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You are an experienced Trader ready to take the next step in your career? We are looking for a self-driven, entrepreneurial Trader to establish and lead our new office in Dubai, one of the world&rsquo;s most dynamic trading hubs. In this strategic role, you will be at the forefront of building and leading our regional presence: Setting up the office, defining the local structure and driving trading activities in raw materials and steel. You will represent our company as the Head of our Middle East operations, building strong and lasting relationships in the region. Candidates with experience in related commodities are also welcome.
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Your responsibilities</h2>
<ul><li>Set up our operations in Dubai from the ground up including office setup, local processes and personnel structure</li>
<li>Drive trading activities in raw materials and steel across the Middle East and beyond</li>
<li>Develop strong supplier and customer networks, identify new business opportunities, and manage commercial negotiations</li>
<li>Manage trading risks such as credit exposure, market volatility, and supply disruptions</li>
<li>Collaborate internationally with our global trading teams and management to align strategy and growth initiatives</li>
<li>Always adhere to country-specific and company-internal compliance requirements as well as legal regulations</li>
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<ul><li>Several years of experience in commodity trading of raw materials, finished and semi-finished steel products or related commodities</li>
<li>Excellent market knowledge, an existing network of industry contacts and knowledge of country-specific market regulations
</li><li>Strong intercultural skills and proven negotiation expertise</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently and establish new structures</li>
<li>Excellent written and spoken English skills - additional language skills are an advantage</li>
<li>Willingness to relocate to Dubai and thrive in a multicultural, fast-paced environment</li>
</ul>You don&lsquo;t meet all the criteria but still want to be part of the #GENERATIONTK? We look forward to getting to know you
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Your benefits</h2>

We at thyssenkrupp Materials Trading are a highly global, diverse and dynamic team working in a challenging but exciting industry. As part of our team and the Head of our Dubai Office, you have the opportunity to actively shape our future and contribute to the company's success. We offer you the following benefits:<ul>
<li>A unique opportunity to build and lead a new regional hub from day one</li>
<li>A competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives</li>
<li>Relocation support and assistance in settling in Dubai</li>
<li>Diverse responsibilities within a highly motivated team, where you have ownership and freedom to shape your role</li>
<li>Great career prospects and professional development opportunities to grow within the company</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Contact</h2>

Janina Riahi 
Head of Sourcing &amp; Recruiting
+49 172 1006916
We kindly ask companies in the direct recruitment sector to refrain from making inquiries.</div>

Raw Materials and Steel Trader (all genders welcome) – Build our Dubai Office

Naqdi

Job description:Account Manager &ndash; Investor RelationsWe&rsquo;re looking for a results-driven Account Manager who can bring and manage their investor/trader client base. You&rsquo;ll grow your portfolio, onboard clients into our regulated brokerage, and drive trading volume through strong relationships.What You&rsquo;ll DoManage a self-sourced portfolio of investors and tradersAcquire new clients through your own leads and networkSupport clients across onboarding, funding, and trading activityEducate clients on Naqdi&rsquo;s trading platforms and productsDrive AUM, volume, and revenue growthEnsure full regulatory and compliance adherenceWhat We&rsquo;re Looking For3+ years in brokerage, trading, sales, or account managementProven investor/trader network or lead sourcesStrong knowledge of CFDs, Forex, and financial marketsExcellent communication skills in Arabic &amp; EnglishTarget-driven, self-motivated, and commercially strongGrowth in a globally regulated brokerageExposure to international markets and teamsJob Type: Full-timeWork Location: Remote #Jordan #Syria #Egypt #Bangladesh #South AfricaJob Type: Full-timePay: Rs100,000.00 - Rs200,000.00 per monthWork Location: Remote

Trade Accounts Manager

Azadea Group

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 Role Purpose
 
 
 
 The Digital Merchandiser is responsible for curating and optimizing the online shopping experience through product management and categorization on the website. He/she leverages customer insights to propose merchandising improvements aimed at enhancing the overall user experience. Additionally, he/she collaborates closely with the E-Commerce Trading Manager and brand teams to help develop and implement merchandising plans and strategies, aiming to maximize product visibility and drive sales.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Implement the trading strategy for their categories in collaboration with the E-Commerce Trading Manager and brand teams.
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 Handle the categorization of product ranges, optimize existing categories, create new categories as needed, and ensure optimal visual merchandising of pages.
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 Manage the day-to-day trading of categories, including maintaining Category Landing Pages and other relevant onsite real estate.
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 Review daily merchandise reports and ensure products are categorized correctly.
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 Enhance the customer experience on the website by utilizing available tools and making improvement recommendations when applicable.
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 Develop and implement e-commerce strategies and plans that account for the differences in countries, markets, currencies, customer behaviors, and competitive landscapes to ensure localized effectiveness and relevance.
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 Manage onsite promotions in accordance with the commercial calendar.
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 Monitor onsite search and navigation, ensuring they are fully optimized to enhance the customer experience while understanding the commercial impact of improvements and suggestions.
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 Provide merchandising recommendations based on customer insights, brand strategy, e-commerce goals, and initiatives to achieve growth in revenue, site conversion, and average order size. Aim to improve user experience and enhance product discovery and content.
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 Monitor competitors' activities to understand current trends, pricing, and promotional strategies, and explore new ideas.
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 Collaborate with the relevant stakeholders to share key merchandising insights and compare these insights with consumer experiences.
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 Work closely with relevant stakeholders to manage product listings on the site, develop merchandising strategies for each category/brand, and execute sales and promotional plans.
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 Qualifications
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Management, or Marketing, or a related field.
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 Two to four years of experience in Digital Merchandising, or a similar role.
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 Experience in the Retail is a plus.
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 Experience with analytic tools such as Google Analytics is a plus.
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 Fluency in English.
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 Proficiency in MS Office.
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 * AZADEA is committed to equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, or any other classification.
 
 
 
 
 
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 We aim to give our candidates the best experience possible. But due to the amount of applicants applying, we will only get in touch if you have been shortlisted for the role.
 
 
 
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Digital Merchandiser

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