Strategic Merchandise Planner

Al Tayer Insignia; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Tayer Insignia seeks a merchandising planner to deliver the division/brand strategy through seasonal and yearly product and location sales plans, including forecasting and allocation to maximize sales and gross margin.

You will participate in annual sales budgets, monitor performance, and drive action to optimize stock turnover and profitability. Strong analytical skills and collaboration with suppliers and stores are essential.

Qualifications

• University degree required.
• 3-5 years experience in planning for large-scale retail operations.
• Computer literacy.
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of the industry.
• Ability to communicate effectively at management level.

Responsibilities

• Deliver category sales, gross margin and sell-through performance to plan.
• Participate in annual sales budgets and forecasts for brands by analyzing seasonal trends.
• Monitor performance against plan and take actions to maximize sales and margins.
• Identify and evaluate sales and gross margin opportunities at department level.
• Review and implement markdowns to reduce terminal stock while optimizing profit.
• Communicate trading issues and forecasts with senior management and Buying team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication with mgmt

Education

University Degree in any discipline

Job description

Al Tayer Insignia seeks a merchandising planner to deliver the division/brand strategy through seasonal and yearly product and location sales plans, including forecasting and allocation to maximize sales and gross margin.

You will participate in annual sales budgets, monitor performance, and drive action to optimize stock turnover and profitability. Strong analytical skills and collaboration with suppliers and stores are essential.