
Al Futtaim
1- Merchandise Planner – Watsons
Job: Full Time
Location: Dubai, UAE
Description:
Watsons is currently looking to hire a Merchandise Planner. In this role you will manage OTB, stock, sales, and margin at detailed level to maximise sales and minimise inventory levels.
Job Responsibilities:
- Sets overall guidelines for margin by product area and ensures processes are established to analyse margin deviation.
- Forecast weekly sales and margin by store and region highlighting risks and opportunities
- Manages markdown and promotional strategies to ensure margin is maintained to achieve bottom line
- Manages and owns Good/ Better/ Best pricing strategies
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred
- Minimum 3-4 years’ experience as a Merchandise Planner in a retail environment
- Candidates with experience in Beauty / Cosmetics / Skin Care / Healthcare industry will be preferred
- SAP working Knowledge