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Ref: GP340-1528
Job description / Role
Quest Search and Selection is working with a leading retail organization in UAE who are looking for someone with strong experience in buying and merchandising. The role requires someone with excellent experience in buying, planning, and merchandising with franchise brands
Job Responsibilities:
· Accountable for delivering the category sales, gross margin, and turnover performance
· Working with the buyers, merchandisers, and the VM teams
· Managing all aspects related to shipment, logistical processing, and allocation function
· Monitoring the OTB limits and inventory budgets, partner with the planning and allocations team to develop and execute seasonal plans and merchandising strategies
· Assortment building and responsible for building a range that meets the UAE market
· Creating a balanced assortment in terms of quality, fit, and price point
· Team development and coaching the junior team members on market trends and the important KPIs
The Benefits:
In reward for your hard work and success you can expect a competitive salary (AED 14,000 - AED 17,000) and benefits such as private medical insurance and annual flight tickets. If you feel you have what it takes to become a part of this successful company, then please apply with an up to date CV
We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible.
Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Requirements
Important Requirements:
· Bachelor's degree in fashion, business, or related field
· Strong buying experience with international (franchise) brands
· Ability to recognize the assortment needs as well as the ability to identify new trends
· High level of business acumen and driven by results
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
· Excellent communication skills, must be fluent in English and additional language skills are a plus
About the Company
Quest Search & Selection is a specialist recruitment consultancy with over 20 years' experience in sourcing the world's best candidates for the global Retail, FMCG and Hospitality sectors.
With offices in the UK & Dubai, we have an international presence and a global reach. Our recruiters place candidates locally and internationally for a wide variety of roles focusing on the following areas:
Retail Buying & Merchandising, E-commerce & Digital, Food & Beverage, Hotels, Hospitality & Operations, Retail Stores & Operations, HR & Recruitment, Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics, Sales & Marketing, Technical and New Product Development.
We work in partnership with our clients who range from famous international brands within the Retail, Restaurant, Hotel and Consumer products space. Our reputation is built on our in-depth understanding of the industry and our consultants' skill, knowledge and passion for their sectors.