Head of Commercial & Merchandise Planning

Mumzworld; Dubai; On-site; AED 550,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Mumzworld is seeking a strategic Head of Commercial & Merchandise Planning to lead pricing, demand forecasting and IBP processes in a high growth environment.

The role requires 5–7 years of leadership in commercial planning, merchandise planning and FP&A, with strong analytics and cross‑functional collaboration. Bachelor’s in a related field is required; MSc/MBA is a plus. The candidate will drive margin, inventory health and long‑term sustainability.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of leadership/experience driving the stand‑up of a function encapsulating commercial planning, merchandise planning, FP&A, forecasting or related fields.
• Proven experience in commercial strategy, forecasting, pricing, budgeting or performance analytics.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Marketing, Supply Chain or related fields.
• Master’s degree (MSc, MBA) preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial strategy and growth plans to drive category and marketplace growth through robust margins, optimized inventory management and wallet share.
• Own demand planning cycle with aligned cross‑functional inputs and produce accurate data‑led forecasts that support inventory health and financial visibility.
• Own pricing strategy, competitive benchmarking and price‑match governance to balance competitiveness and margin.
• Support annual and monthly IBP processes to ensure cross‑functional alignment, set targets, manage budgets and present recommendations to leadership.

Skills

Power BI

Advanced Excel

Forecasting

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Planning analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Marketing, Supply Chain or related fields

Master’s degree (MSc, MBA) preferred but not essential

Tools

SAP IBP

JDA

TM1

Job description

Mumzworld is entering a new chapter of disciplined profitable growth expanding our category focus, deepening customer relevance with a view to build a world‑class region‑specific commercial engine. To power this next phase we are hiring a Head of Commercial & Merchandise Planning, a strategic and commercially minded leader who can bring clarity, pace and rigor across sales planning, pricing, demand forecasting and financial performance.

This role sits at the centre of the business shaping commercial direction, aligning cross‑functional teams and enabling decisions that impact growth, margin, inventory health and long‑term sustainability. We’re looking for a builder: someone who combines analytical sharpness with commercial instinct, not afraid to roll up their sleeves, challenge the status quo and drive outcomes that truly move the needle.

What You Will Lead

Commercial Strategy & Growth

• Develop and execute commercial plans that facilitate category and marketplace growth through robust margins, optimized inventory management and wallet share.
• Analyse market, customer and competitor trends to guide priorities and identify risks or opportunities.

Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the complete demand planning cycle with aligned cross‑functional inputs.
• Produce accurate data‑led forecasts that support inventory health and financial visibility.

Pricing & Profitability

• Own pricing strategy, competitive benchmarking and price‑match governance.
• Balance competitiveness and margin through structured pricing and trade investment optimisation.

Integrated Business Planning (IBP)

• Support and facilitate annual and monthly IBP processes to ensure cross‑functional alignment.
• Set targets, manage budgets, assess ROI and present clear recommendations to leadership.

Who You Are

• A commercially minded analytical leader who influences across functions and drives clarity in complex environments.
• Experienced in partnering with senior stakeholders and translating insights into actionable commercial plans.
• Strong in relationship‑building, communication and cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications

Experience

• 5‑7 years of leadership/experience driving the stand‑up of a function encapsulating commercial planning, merchandise planning, FP&A, forecasting or related fields.
• Proven experience in commercial strategy, forecasting, pricing, budgeting or performance analytics.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Marketing, Supply Chain or related fields.
• Master’s degree (MSc, MBA) preferred but not essential.

Analytical & Technical Skills

• Strong analytical and modelling capability across forecasting, budgeting and performance reporting. Includes strong proficiency in Power BI and advanced Excel.
• Experience with tools such as SAP IBP, JDA, TM1 will be highly advantageous.

Communication & Collaboration

• Excellent communicator with strong influencing skills and the ability to present data‑driven insights clearly.

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: 5‑7 years

Vacancy: 1