MANAGER MERCHANDISING APPAREL

• Execute the global and regional merchandising strategy

• Define the Middle East & East Africa (Apparel) collection according to corporate/regional targets and in line with the regional/global business strategy

• Conduct market research

• Define prices at article level

• Propose forecasts based on historical data, trend analysis and other approaches

• Analyze sales data, account buying trends and forecasting future sales volumes

• Support wholesale business planning

• Finalize buying plans for the Middle East & East Africa

• Regular reporting as per requirements/guidelines

Education:

• Preferably Bachelor’s degree in Business

Experience:

• Relevant product management experience with top tier international sports or lifestyle brand and/or experience as apparel buyer

Capabilities:

• Ability to work alongside other functions

• Working experience in the Middle East would be a distinct advantage, but not necessarily a must

• General knowledge of go-to-market processes

• General knowledge of the retail environment

• Strong analytical skills

• Technical product knowledge

• Ability to convincingly present category knowledge using PowerPoint and spreadsheet software tools

• Fluency in the English language (speaking, reading, writing) at business level (knowledge of Arabic language is not required)

• Interested in working in a truly multicultural environment

• Readiness and ability to travel (notably Middle East and neighbouring countries, East Africa, Egypt, Europe)

• Community engagement activities
• Company parties & events
• Social area

• Flexible working hours
• Parental leave policy

• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Medical insurance

• Health and Wellness Allowance