Merchandise Planner Fashion Chalhoub Group Dubai

The Merchandise Planner II in Fashion at Chalhoub Group in Gate 4, Roundabout 6, Mina Jebel AliJebel Ali, Jebel Ali Freezone, Dubai, UAE will use a data-driven approach to optimize sales, margin and inventory in an omnichannel environment. Candidate will forecast future seasonal demand at category subcategory level for each region, maximize sell-thru in-season by collaborating with key stakeholders: Commercial, Finance, Ecommerce and Buying. Responsible to lead the OTB, pricing & gross margin impact, end of product lifecycle process working in collaboration with Commercial, Buying, Finance, Ecommerce as well as other roles within Supply Chain. This is an Intermediate level full time job. And salary can range between 8000-17000 AED/month.

Responsibilities of Merchandise Planner

• Define the sales plan and OTB by partnering with Buying, Finance, Retail and Ecommerce business to develop the merchandise strategy. Using data-driven input from sales trends, market conditions and supplier demands to drive profitable decision making.
• Develop and provide buying with category assortment recommendations plans and sizing analysis by Channel/Region/Store and sell through reports at SKU Level by stores. Which are aligned with the merchandise strategy and proactively suggest improvements to optimize revenue and profitability through what if Scenarios.
• Monitor Inventory Aging and recommend actions on markdowns and liquidation to achieve inventory targets considering Category and Brand identity.
• Drive pricing strategy and plan seasonal markdowns by item to maximize sales and gross margin in collaboration with Buying and Retail.
• Assess and highlight risks and opportunities on sales, gross margin and inventory, based on supply or demand gaps, recommending possible solutions.
• Re-plan business in-season based on latest performance and present it to management with recommendations
• Monitor inventory mix in each location and recommend seasonal stock transfers, if needed, in order to boost sales.

Requirements for Role of Merchandise Planner

• Bachelor degree in Science or Business.
• 3+ years of experience in Planning in Fashion Retail or FMCG.
• Experience in of forecasting, merchandise planning, allocation, replenishment and financial planning processes and systems.

Skills And Knowledge Desired

• Highly analytical and data-driven working comfortably with quantitative figures.
• Advanced knowledge of excel and MS office and planning tools.
• Commercially minded problem-solver with proven track-record of delivering financial targets.
• Strong stakeholder management, aiming for win-win solution.
• Excellent communication, influencing and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of retail & fashion business.
• Communicate with candor and value open debate to ensure the best ideas come to life, collaborating with stakeholders.
• Self starter enthusiastic and pragmatic.
• Proficient in the English language.
• Full Price Gross Margin.

Associate People Relations Chalhoub Group Dubai