Merchandiser - Planner - Allocator

Roles & Responsibilities

Product & Brand Management:

• Analyze product movement data, demand, stock levels, and ageing.
• Identify peak trading factors by brand and product.
• Leverage customer and market insights to recommend optimal product ranges, positioning, merchandising, packaging solutions, store assortment, and pricing strategies.

Style/Fabric/Color/Size Analysis:

• Conduct demand, stock, ageing, and price analysis.
• Monitor competitor pricing and market positioning.
• Advise on stock and space management relative to brand and product range objectives.

Stock Management:

• Oversee product movement, stock in shops, stock in transit, and warehouse inventory (both UAE and overseas).
• Monitor stock transfers across locations based on sales trends and requirements.
• Forecast sales plans and revise stock requirements during in-season trading, creating detailed merchandise plans at the store and department level.

Shop Analysis:

• Provide precise information on fast and slow-moving products with documentation.

Product Life-Cycle Management:

• Alert the team if inventory levels of regular style products fall below the minimum required level.
• Collaborate with sourcing and supply chain teams to ensure effective planning, forecasting, forward buying, and inventory management.

Product Lines:

• Suits, shirts, trousers, casual wear (including denim jeans), knitwear (T-shirts, pullovers, and innerwear), outerwear, ladies’ products, shoes, leather jackets, socks, bags, and accessories.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field
• Proven experience in merchandising, planning, and allocation within a fashion retail environment.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.