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Job description / Role
Head of Merchandising - Debenhams - Kuwait
Debenhams is a leading department store chain that originated in the UK and carries a full range of cosmetics, womenswear, lingerie, accessories, menswear, childrenswear and home. The store offers a unique combination of exclusive designer brands, international brands and Debenhams' own collection. Our customers are enticed inside because we stock the latest trends, and the customer service ensures customers return. As a brand we are knowledgeable, enthusiastic and driven.
As the Senior Brand Merchandising Manager for Debenhams, you will provide leadership and direction to Family Division (Menswear, Home & Kids) Brand Managers and support functions, including planning and merchandising. For this role we are looking for more than just a Merchandiser. Your highly developed stakeholder engagement will see you acting in an expert capacity to advise divisional, functional and regional management. You will have the relevant knowledge and experience gained within big name organisations and the leadership ability to make a real impression within this large scale international opportunity.
Your proven ability to build, develop and implement successful business & merchandising plans whilst putting the customer at your focal point will provide you with a solid foundation for this role. As will your strong analytical skills and ability to mentor, build and develop highly effective teams.
Additionally, this role will see you focusing on the following:
* Accountability for Merchandise Planning
* Accountability for OTB and Forward Planning
* Stock Management
* Maximizing sales and margin performance
* Analysing, re-forecasting and reporting on the financial performance.
The role reports directly to the Debenhams Alshaya, Director of Merchandising.
Requirements
For this role we are looking for more than just a Merchandiser. Your highly developed stakeholder engagement will see you acting in an expert capacity to advise divisional, functional and regional management. You will have the relevant knowledge and experience gained within big name organisations and the leadership ability to make a real impression within this large scale international opportunity.
Your proven ability to build, develop and implement successful business & merchandising plans whilst putting the customer at your focal point will provide you with a solid foundation for this role. As will your strong analytical skills and ability to mentor, build and develop highly effective teams.
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.