Strategic Merchandiser: Stock, Allocations & Trends

R&B Fashion; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

R&B Fashion in Dubai is seeking an experienced retail Merchandiser to develop and manage merchandise plans across categories, guided by historical trends and brand input. You will analyze store performance, balance stock, and execute initial allocations to optimize sell-through and margins.

The ideal candidate has 2-5 years in fashion merchandising, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and solid knowledge of product strategy, vendor coordination, and trend analysis.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in retail merchandising or a similar role within fashion or lifestyle industries.
• Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and inventory management systems.
• Strong understanding of product strategy, vendor coordination, range development, and trend analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing merchandise plans for categories based on historical trends, sales performance, and future outlooks provided by the brand team.
• Analyze store profiles using key reports such as stock weeks, sales blend, and inventory by grade to support allocation decisions.
• Execute in-season stock analysis and balancing, markdown management, and stock vs. sales performance reviews.
• Plan merchandise mix and execute initial allocations and reserve management based on pre-distribution plans.
• Finalize seasonal assortment plans and size run books in collaboration with the Senior Merchandiser.
• Monitor competitor brands product lines, pricing, and category developments.
• Ensure compliance with stock ageing standards and maintain stock turns in line with company policy.
• Support margin negotiations, order placements, and stock distribution decisions.
• Monitor bestsellers and slow movers, taking timely actions to drive performance.
• Track actual sales versus forecasts and coordinate inventory checks and replenishments based on store-level needs and upcoming events.
• Conduct regular market visits with the Brand Manager to assess store execution and gather competitor intelligence.
• Provide post-season feedback reports on product categories.
• Participate in seasonal markdown and sales planning in collaboration with the Category/Brand Manager.

Skills

Inventory management

Vendor coordination

Trend analysis

Product strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Operations, Merchandising, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Inventory management systems

Job description

R&B Fashion in Dubai is seeking an experienced retail Merchandiser to develop and manage merchandise plans across categories, guided by historical trends and brand input. You will analyze store performance, balance stock, and execute initial allocations to optimize sell-through and margins.

The ideal candidate has 2-5 years in fashion merchandising, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and solid knowledge of product strategy, vendor coordination, and trend analysis.