Manager Merchandising - Teamsport, Motorsport and Basketball GCC

PUMA Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports brand in Dubai seeks a candidate to execute global merchandising strategy focused on football and teamsports. The ideal candidate will manage merchandise for clubs, conduct market research, and has experience in product management. Strong analytical skills and the ability to work in a multicultural environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant product management experience with top-tier brands.
• Experience as a buyer for footwear, apparel or accessories.
• Genuine interest in football and working with teams.

Responsibilities

• Execute the global and regional merchandising strategy.
• Manage merchandise related to football clubs and teams.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Ability to work in a multicultural environment

Technical product knowledge

PowerPoint and spreadsheet software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Job description

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy and all genders are welcome. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.

YOUR MISSION:

• Execute the global and regional merchandising strategy
• Define the GCC Teamsport, Motorsport, and Basketball collection according to corporate / regional targets and in line with the regional / global business strategy
• Manage all merchandise / product related matters pertaining to football clubs and teams (as well as for other teamsports) including, but not limited to, kits customization
• Work alongside Sports Marketing and Teamsport Sales Manager in managing Clubs from Merch perspective
• Market research and Competitor Analysis
• Define prices at article level
• Propose forecasts based on historical data, trend analysis and other approaches
• Analyze sales data, account buying trends and forecasting future sales volumes
• Support wholesale business planning and go-to market process
• Finalize buying plans for the GCC
• Regular reporting as per requirements / guidelines
  
  

YOUR TALENT:

Education:

• Preferably Bachelor’s degree in Business
• Relevant product management experience with top tier international sports or lifestyle brand and/or experience as footwear, apparel or accessories buyer
• Genuine interest in and liking for football and working with football clubs and teams
• Working experience in the Middle East would be a distinct advantage, but not necessarily a must
  
  

Capabilities:

• Ability to work alongside other functions
• General knowledge of go-to-market processes
• General knowledge of retail environment
• Strong analytical skills
• Technical product knowledge
• Assortment Planning knowledge
• Ability to convincingly present category knowledge using PowerPoint and spreadsheet software tools;
• Fluency in the English language (speaking, reading, writing) at business level (knowledge of Arabic language is not required)
• Interested in working in a truly multicultural environment
• Readiness and ability to travel (notably Middle East (and neighboring countries), Europe)
  
  

PUMA supports over 19,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.