| Brand Merchandising Manager Pottery Barn and Pottery Barn Kids | |
| Alshaya Kuwait Ref: GP435-728 |
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The RoleThe RoleWith more than 17,000 employees and 1,700 stores, Alshaya is spearheading the expansion of more than 50 world-class leading retail brands such as Debenhams, Express, Mothercare, Starbucks, Mac, The Body Shop, H&M, Dean & Deluca and Boots in 17 countries across the Middle East, North Africa, Central and Eastern Europe and Russia. Alshaya is delighted to have the opportunity to introduce Williams-Sonoma, Inc. portfolio of brands to the Middle East. William-Sonoma, Inc. is a specialty retailer of high quality products for the home throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The first four storesΒ are expected to open in Dubai and Kuwait in 2010 and will include the Pottery Barn and Pottery Barn Kids brands. To realise its highly ambitious and aggressive expansion plan, the company is currently looking for a Brand Merchandising Manager with a strong retail experience. Based in Kuwait, the Brand Merchandising Manager provides overview, leadership and direction to support functions for all aspects of business planning, brand management and merchandising. Reporting to the Vice President, the Brand Merchandising Manager is responsible for planning and maximising the sales and profit contribution of the brand. He is accountable for achieving margin targets and ensuring the brand is appropriately represented and portrayed in all operating markets. The Brand Merchandising Manager is also responsible to champion the brand effectively by ensuring the right stock is in the right place at the right time, which leads to maximisation of sales and profit margins and achievement of agreed targets. |
RequirementsRequirements Negotiate positioning of brand, including product ranges, development, pricing and competitiveness. Decide financial sales plans and reforecast for new stores. Decide pricing for all stock within the brand. Decide buying plans, phasing, allocation, replenishment and promotional stock needs. Develop relationship between Company and Host Brand. Recruit, coach and mentor team as necessary. Ensure team understands brand proposition and provide product knowledge where applicable Develop internal & external relationships where necessary to benefit the business. Degree level education. Excellent Numerical / analytical Skills Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in retail in a senior role with a good mix of merchandising, product development, operations and marketing Excellent knowledge of merchandising tools and practices Excellent leadership and strong ability to build relationships Strong commercial orientation Energetic, enthusiastic & creative. |
About the CompanyAbout the CompanyM.H. Alshaya Co. is a leading international franchise operator for over 55 of the worlds most recognised retail brands, including Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, West Elm, P.F. Changs, Office Depot and Boots. The company operates 2000 stores across 7 divisions: Fashion & Footwear, Health & Beauty, Food Services, Optics, Pharmacy, Office Supplies and Home Furnishings. M.H. Alshaya Co. stores can currently be found in 15 markets across the Middle East, North Africa, Turkey, Cyprus, Russia, Poland, Slovakia and Czech Republic. It employs more than 20,000 people from over 80 nationalities. The company has established itself as the industry leader across these territories through a combination of local market understanding and a comprehensive commitment to customer service. Growth in each of its operating divisions and brands is supported by continuous investment in talent and infrastructure. It applies best practices in retail operations, merchandising, marketing, information technology, logistics, real estate, human resources and financial controls. M.H. Alshaya Co. is the retail business of the Alshaya Group, which was founded in Kuwait in 1890 and today represents one of the most dynamic companies in the Middle East. In addition to its retail operations, the Alshaya Group is active in a number of other sectors including real estate, automotive, hotels, trading and investments. |
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