Senior Merchandiser - Topshop

Alshaya

Kuwait

Ref: GP435-3721

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Topshop has become a major style authority with over 400 stores in the UK and overseas stocking up-to- the minute, affordable womenswear with a brave and irreverent approach that has captivated the fashion-forward and industry leaders alike. Topshop doesn't cater to an age group, but rather, an attitude; style-savvy and independent. Our employees are passionate about the latest fashions and their careers.

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.

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