Retail Curation Specialist

LINKVIVA Website; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic retail events company in Dubai is seeking a Retail Curation Specialist. This role involves curating vendors, negotiating terms, and managing on-site logistics to ensure a high-quality experience for guests. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in retail curation or event management, a strong network of retail contacts, and fluency in English. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and consumer-savvy, ready to redefine retail at live events.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in retail curation, brand partnerships or event management.
• Strong vendor network across fashion, lifestyle and artisanal retail.
• Fluent in English (spoken & written).
• Experience working with compliance, contracts and retail regulations in the UAE.

Responsibilities

• Source and select standout vendors that align with the event’s concept.
• Develop relationships with local boutiques and international brands.
• Negotiate vendor terms, pricing structures, and exclusivity.
• Oversee vendor set-up and on-site coordination.
• Manage contracts, licensing and regulations for retail activations.
• Ensure vendors offer quality products and exceptional service.
• Track performance and gather feedback to enhance retail experiences.

Skills

Retail network development

Vendor negotiation

Consumer awareness

Event management

Job description

Retail Curation Specialist – Contract • Dubai, United Arab Emirates

About the Role

You’ll work closely with the Curation Team Lead, event producers, and operations team to ensure a seamless vendor journey from onboarding to on‑site delivery.

What You’ll Do

• Curate the Retail Mix: Source and select standout vendors that align with the event’s concept, theme, and target audience.
• Build Strong Partnerships: Develop relationships with local boutiques, international brands, and niche concept stores.
• Negotiate & Manage Secure: Negotiate favourable vendor terms, pricing structures, and exclusivity where applicable.
• Deliver Seamless Execution: Oversee vendor set‑up, merchandising flow and on‑site coordination.
• Ensure Compliance: Manage contracts, licensing and regulations for all retail activations.
• Create Great Guest Experiences: Ensure vendors offer quality products, exceptional service and interactive touchpoints.
• Monitor & Improve: Track performance, gather feedback and use insights to enhance future retail experiences.

About You

• Industry connected with a solid network of retail brands, emerging labels and designers.
• Consumer‑savvy: up‑to‑date with the latest shopping trends, experiential retail, and consumer behaviours.
• Organised & detail‑oriented: able to manage vendor logistics, regulations and timelines with ease.
• Commercially sharp: comfortable negotiating deals and driving vendor success.
• Guest‑focused: committed to delivering a high‑quality, memorable retail experience.

What You Need to Apply

3+ years experience in retail curation, brand partnerships or event management.

Strong vendor network across fashion, lifestyle and artisanal retail.

Fluent in English (spoken & written).

Experience working with compliance, contracts and retail regulations in the UAE.

Bonus Points if You

Have experience curating marketplaces or pop‑up concepts at festivals and large‑scale events.

Come from a background in retail strategy, visual merchandising or experiential brand activations.

Speak and write Arabic.

Ready to redefine retail at live events? Join LINKVIVA and help shape the stories people take home.