Supply Chain & Planning Manager - Fashion Retail

Alshaya

Kuwait

Ref: GP435-3373

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Alshaya operate 27 well known international fashion brands including H&M, Topshop, Mothercare and American Eagle. Within the Middle East region there are over 1,020 stores across 11 countries employing over 9,100 customer focused individuals. With over 90 new stores opened in 2013 and more planned for 2014 this is a dynamic and fast-paced division.

The Role:

Manage all aspects of the Supply Chain, implementing systems for effective and accurate forecasting. Inventory and replenishment at all levels. Manage supply arrangements, interacting strongly with specific brand support services and local suppliers. Monitor performance of the supply chain, develop budgets, and ensure timely and accurate information flows within and outside the business.

M.H. Alshaya Co. is a leading international franchise operator for over 70 of the world's most recognised retail brands including Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang's, The Cheesecake Factory, Victoria's Secret, Boots, Pottery Barn and KidZania. The company operates over 2,600 stores across diverse customer sectors: Fashion & Footwear, Health & Beauty, Food, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings and Leisure & Entertainment.

Alshaya's stores can be found in markets across the Middle East and North Africa, Russia, Turkey and Europe and the company employs more than 40,000 people from over 110 nationalities.

Requirements

You will have/be:

* At least 3 years' experience in a senior role, ideally within a PLC or successful private company.
* Retail merchandising experience.
* Educated to degree level.
* Excellent numerical, analytical, networking and communication skills.
* Energetic, enthusiastic and creative.

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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