Brand Manager

PlaceUp; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Dubai is seeking an experienced professional to achieve sales targets and enhance brand performance. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in watches or accessories, strong proficiency in sales operations, and fluency in English and Arabic. Responsibilities include tracking sales, motivating teams, and coordinating with marketing for events. A valid UAE driving license and the ability to travel up to 50% are essential. This role offers a dynamic environment and opportunities for regional travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in watches, accessories, or a similar field.
• Valid UAE driving license.
• Fluency in English and Arabic, both written and spoken.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office.
• Solid knowledge of sales and retail operations.

Responsibilities

• Achieve assigned sales targets for each account.
• Track sales and stock performance through reports.
• Engage with store-level sales teams for performance insights.
• Coordinate closely with the marketing team.
• Prepare and deliver sales training sessions.

Skills

Sales performance tracking

Market analysis

Team motivation

Visual merchandising compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve assigned sales targets for each account.
• Track sales and stock performance through weekly, bi-monthly, and monthly reports.
• Collect feedback from stores to build a clear understanding of market dynamics.
• Conduct regular store and market visits across the region to identify weaknesses and opportunities, and provide detailed reports.
• Engage with store-level sales teams to gather insights that can enhance brand performance.
• Motivate and support sales staff, propose incentive schemes, and encourage best practices.
• Ensure full compliance with visual merchandising guidelines and suggest adjustments where necessary.
• Coordinate closely with the marketing team to ensure A&P activities are executed in line with quarterly plans.
• Support marketing initiatives by managing in-store activations, updating visuals, and ensuring timely execution.
• Assist in the planning and execution of brand events and product launches.
• Prepare and deliver regular sales training sessions for regional partners to ensure staff are up to date on brand and product knowledge.
• Monitor competition by tracking promotional activities, new product launches, and overall performance.
• Stay updated on market trends, competitors, and best practices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in watches, accessories, or a similar field.
• Valid UAE driving license.
• Fluency in English and Arabic, both written and spoken.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office.
• Solid knowledge of sales and retail operations.
• Familiarity with GCC markets is a plus.
• Ability to travel across the region without restrictions, with travel requirements of up to 50%.