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Job description / Role
Senior Merchandiser - Footlocker - Kuwait
Foot Locker's rise to the top of the industry started more than 30 years ago when there were just three types of sneakers to choose from: tennis, basketball and running. The idea of an entire sneaker collection with various models in various types was truly revolutionary. Today, there are more than 3,300 Foot Lockers spread across the globe making us the world's leading sports-fashion retailer.
The Role:
As a Senior Merchandiser your role will be to plan stock/intake requirements to meet the budgeted sales and manage the building, selection and buying process of ranges maintaining gross profit on purchases and/or net profit on sales. In addition, you will identify and plan promotional events and coach and monitor the performance of a merchandise team.
Requirements
* At least 2 years' merchandising experience
* Excellent English skills (Arabic is also desirable)
* Excellent analytical, negotiation and IT skills
* A willingness to travel
* Commercially aware.
About the Company
As a leading international franchise operator, with nearly 90 of the world’s most recognised brands in its portfolio, Alshaya Group brings great shopping, dining, leisure and hospitality experiences to millions of customers across the Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Turkey, Europe and beyond.
Alshaya Group is a dynamic multinational business and family owned enterprise with a consistent record of growth and innovation. For 35 years, Alshaya has been a pioneering force in brand franchising, using its exceptional knowledge and experience to expand at pace.
Our portfolio of well-loved international brands includes Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang’s, The Cheesecake Factory, The Body Shop, M.A.C, Victoria’s Secret, Boots, Pottery Barn, KidZania and, coming soon, Hampton by Hilton.
From one retail franchise store opened in Kuwait in 1983, Alshaya Group has consistently grown and diversified and today offers customers an unparalleled choice of brands across multiple sectors; Fashion & Footwear, Health & Beauty, Food, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings, Leisure & Entertainment, and Hotels. A diverse, skilled team of 53,000 people from 120 nationalities support more than 4,000 stores, cafes, restaurants and leisure destinations, a growing online business and a commitment to delivering great customer experiences.