Planner merchandiser - saudi arabia, riyadh

Overview of the role: buyer/ commercial trading manager is responsible for driving sales and cash margin of the bu and is accountable for achieving the key business kpi’s of sales, cash margin, markdown cost and closing stock. he/she manages space and otb planning plus product selection, is responsible for direct report management and supporting the lead category manager with team development. he/she will develop cross-functional relationships and run the day to day communication with the principal brand. what you will do:-description of accountability: business plan and delivery of key kpi’sconduct pir and analyse sales to develop annual business plansupport lead category manager in developing bu strategyidentify business opportunities to increase sales and margin cash margindetailed knowledge of bu, markets operated in and key competitorsmanage bu wssi sales and otb planningplan appropriate sales and cash margin by range, category and lineplan appropriate sales and cash margin by store and regionplan appropriate space for each department/ range in each storeplan appropriate otb and options by t department/ rangecut otb: core v fashionplan appropriate e-commerce buyrange detail planningmanagement of core template to drive core availabilitysize cut strategy by department/ marketappropriate good/ better/ best offer through price analysissufficient volume on key opp’sappropriate colour balance through robust analysis and actionauthoritative product statements on hero productproduct selectiondetailed preparation for uk buying fairsappropriate and timely liaison with ukclear ibo strategyconfident product selection and range balancingsign off every catalogue and continuous review with tradingopportunity buys to support marketing strategyspend controlmargin optimizationtradeweekly team meeting and actionsweekly store communication (gm action news)define and manage allocation blueprintdefine and manage replenishment strategy by type of product/ marketimplement robust promotional calendarensure opening price points well executed and messaged in-storeeffective markdown managementmarket awarenessconduct seasonal comp shopsreport on key actions to remain price competitivereport on key missed opportunitiesactively champion agreed stores and organise swot and visit programmeengage in market visitsunderstand and engage with swiftly changing market conditionsembrace digital transition with clear understanding of customer journeystakeholder engagementbuild good relationships with merchandising colleagues within m&sbuild strong relationships with m&s operations team, vm team and marketing teambuild solid working relationships with ukleading peoplework to smart objectives, understand strategic direction of travel and communicate tirelesslyprovide coaching for development and ensure succession within the team working with hrbp on talent managementrole model al-futtaim way behaviours and m&s values skillsrequired skills to be successful: interpersonal skills.problem analysis and problem-solvingtechnical knowledgedelighting our customerscollaboration managing complexity influencing otherstaking initiativedrive for resultsengaging leadershipdeveloping talent what equips you for the role:bachelor degree (masters preferred)8+ years’ experience in minimum 8 years’ experience in fashion buying and merchandisingexperience within a retail buying environment in mena and/or europe and experience of uk/european brands.passion and product knowledge and love of m&s brand and heritagea confident managerable to handle complexityexcellent planning and organizing skillsattention to detailhighly numerateproduct confidentgood communicatorcollaborative styleoptimistic attitudeworks at pace with an impatience to get things donestrong track record of people managementcultural awarenesswomenswear or middle east experience preferredgraduate or graduate calibergood working knowledge of excel and key microsoft applicationsknowledge of sap an additional advantage

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