Senior Merchandiser

Alshaya - Kuwait

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Job Description

The Role:



Managing a dedicated team of merchandisers and working with the brand operations, marketing and visual teams.

Define the tactical & strategic direction of product lines within each category in line with the product calendars as well as assessing & managing the product Business mix to achieve Company Financial & Business objectives.


Responsibilities:


* Manage Business strategies & activities from development to implementation to achieve Business objectives.
* Maintain up-to-date Competitor & Global Business trends knowledge.
* Coach & mentor team, set goals & develop individuals on an ongoing basis.
* Develop internal & external relationships & negotiate to achieve Business objectives.
* Review Business critical information, make recommendations, communicate & facilitate solutions.
* Provide functional expertise & execute functional responsibilities.

Skills

Skills and Experience:


* Leads customer research to define customer targets and marketing mix.
* Leads the development of new product concepts from conception through implementation.
* Creates and presents business case for new programs to support growth strategies and profitability targets.
* Business degree - marketing specialisation.
* Progressive experience of product or brand management with P&L responsibility.

About This Company

M.H. Alshaya is a leading international franchise operator for over 70 of the world’s most recognized retail brands. The company operates more than 2,400 stores across 7 divisions: Fashion & Footwear, Food, Health & Beauty, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings and Office Supplies. Alshaya’s stores can currently be found in 19 markets across the Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Turkey and Europe and it employs more than 32,000 people from over 110 nationalities.