Senior Specialist Merchandiser

We are looking for an experienced and analytical Senior Specialist Merchandiser to lead category planning, stock management, and product performance analysis across our UAE retail or e-commerce operations. This role is key to optimizing assortment, maximizing sales, and improving inventory efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute merchandising strategies to drive revenue growth and optimize inventory levels

• Analyze sales trends, market insights, and consumer behavior to support product planning and stock allocation

• Plan product assortments and define core collections in collaboration with buying and planning teams

• Monitor product lifecycle, ensuring timely replenishment, markdowns, and stock clearance

• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams for timely product delivery and in-season adjustments

• Manage category-level budgeting and forecasting to align with commercial targets

• Conduct regular performance reviews of SKUs and recommend actions to improve sell-through and margin

• Optimize visual merchandising and product presentation strategies across stores or platforms

• Support promotions and campaign planning with data-driven product selections

• Ensure alignment with regional trends, seasonal demands, and UAE customer preferences

  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Retail Management, or a related field

• 5+ years of merchandising experience in fashion, retail, or FMCG, with at least 2 years in a senior or specialist role

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with experience using Excel, BI tools, or merchandising software

• Understanding of retail KPIs such as sell-through rate, margin, turnover, and stock cover

• Experience working with planning, buying, and supply chain teams

• Proven ability to drive commercial outcomes through effective merchandising strategies

• Strong communication and presentation skills

• Familiarity with the UAE retail market and consumer behavior

• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is an advantage