Area Retail
Manager
Carter Murray
UAE
* Responsible for all
aspects of the business operations across multiple sites
* Plan, direct and coordinate various aspects of the operating area.
* Full P&L,operational and commercial responsibility for the brand.
* Team recruitment, budgeting and forecasting, negotiating strategic alliances.
* Ensure that operations run smoothly and according to the brands guidelines.
* Manage and utilize the funds and expenditures of the various operations carried out by the business.
* Act as liaison between the management and the employees/store staff.
* Develop the retail design strategy for new store openings and renovations
* Plan, direct and coordinate various aspects of the operating area.
* Full P&L,operational and commercial responsibility for the brand.
* Team recruitment, budgeting and forecasting, negotiating strategic alliances.
* Ensure that operations run smoothly and according to the brands guidelines.
* Manage and utilize the funds and expenditures of the various operations carried out by the business.
* Act as liaison between the management and the employees/store staff.
* Develop the retail design strategy for new store openings and renovations
* At least 6-8 years' experience working with an
established retailer.
* Minimum Bachelor Degree in a relevant field.
* Managerial experience developing and growing a team/division
* Strong commercial background
* Experience working in the GCC is essential
* Minimum Bachelor Degree in a relevant field.
* Managerial experience developing and growing a team/division
* Strong commercial background
* Experience working in the GCC is essential
Carter Murray is a specialist recruitment
consultancy specialising in the placement of marketing professionals into
professional services firms, the financial services sector, multi-national
corporations and global brands from our offices in London, Dubai and Sydney.
Carter Murray is a member of The SR Group, a specialist global recruitment
consultancy founded in 1987, operating in the niche markets of Taxation, Legal,
HR and Marketing recruitment. From the worlds largest companies to small
owner-managed businesses, we recruit at all levels for a complete cross-section
of clients. Our clients include the full range of UK and international
professional services firms and financial services companies. We recognise that
they expect an exceptional level of service and a real knowledge of todays
highly specialised market.Each of our consultants personally manages their own
clients and specialises in specific areas of this key marketplace. We take the
time to really understand both parties needs and provide focused and consistent
advice.
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Category Manager
- Cosmetics
Carter Murray
Kuwait
A leading retail group
based in Kuwait is currently seeking a Buyer, who will be accountable for
optimising sales for their Cosmetics category. You will be responsible for
driving the pricing, visual merchandise and marketing promotions within this
category.
Key Responsibilities:
* Define and implement the category strategy and plans based on department/company initiatives, consumer and market trends
* Lead, motivate and direct a team of buyers whilst delivering business results across all metrics
* Contribute to the profitability of the category by increasing the volume of well performing products and improving speed of inventory turnover
* Assist with the ordering, pricing and in store organisation of products
* Maintain relationships with suppliers
* Ensure the right selection, availability and acquisition of products
* Negotiate pricing, delivery and payment terms with vendors
* Ensure successful marketing of the product line through effective pricing and availability
* Managing inventory to maximise the profitability of inventory flow through effective planning and forecasting
* Working in partnership with retail and marketing teams to ensure effective marketing of products
* Reviewing performance of the category and department financials
* Frequent attendance at trade shows
* Manage and lead the category department
* Training and developing of team members
Key Responsibilities:
* Define and implement the category strategy and plans based on department/company initiatives, consumer and market trends
* Lead, motivate and direct a team of buyers whilst delivering business results across all metrics
* Contribute to the profitability of the category by increasing the volume of well performing products and improving speed of inventory turnover
* Assist with the ordering, pricing and in store organisation of products
* Maintain relationships with suppliers
* Ensure the right selection, availability and acquisition of products
* Negotiate pricing, delivery and payment terms with vendors
* Ensure successful marketing of the product line through effective pricing and availability
* Managing inventory to maximise the profitability of inventory flow through effective planning and forecasting
* Working in partnership with retail and marketing teams to ensure effective marketing of products
* Reviewing performance of the category and department financials
* Frequent attendance at trade shows
* Manage and lead the category department
* Training and developing of team members
* Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
* Prior experience within a category management/ senior buying position
* Experience of managing high performance procurement in preferably in the cosmetics industry.
* Proven track record of managing stock
* Experience using Oracle/Navision management inventory
* Strong analytical skills and negotiation
* Excellent communication skills
* Knowledge of sourcing, buying, product development and stock management
* Project management skills
* Leadership skills
SR Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
* Prior experience within a category management/ senior buying position
* Experience of managing high performance procurement in preferably in the cosmetics industry.
* Proven track record of managing stock
* Experience using Oracle/Navision management inventory
* Strong analytical skills and negotiation
* Excellent communication skills
* Knowledge of sourcing, buying, product development and stock management
* Project management skills
* Leadership skills
SR Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Carter Murray is a specialist recruitment
consultancy specialising in the placement of marketing professionals into
professional services firms, the financial services sector, multi-national
corporations and global brands from our offices in London, Dubai and Sydney.
Carter Murray is a member of The SR Group, a specialist global recruitment
consultancy founded in 1987, operating in the niche markets of Taxation, Legal,
HR and Marketing recruitment. From the worlds largest companies to small
owner-managed businesses, we recruit at all levels for a complete cross-section
of clients. Our clients include the full range of UK and international
professional services firms and financial services companies. We recognise that
they expect an exceptional level of service and a real knowledge of todays
highly specialised market.Each of our consultants personally manages their own
clients and specialises in specific areas of this key marketplace. We take the
time to really understand both parties needs and provide focused and consistent
advice.
Apply Now