Our client a leading provider of leisure and lifestyle services, products and accessories in the United Arab Emirates are currently looking to recruit a Brand Manager to be based in Dubai. Your responsibilities would include the following-Know the BrandCompany's philosophy and culture-Have working knowledgeunderstanding of the features and benefits of all products distributed -Know the competition (market surveys, pricing analysis, product comparisons, etc) -Analyze market trends and implement the strategic placement of product in the market place-Plan new product releases around an effective calendar, applicable to market and product, so as to maximize penetration at launch (seasonally or range dependent)-Define a clear marketing planstrategy, applicable to market, and work with the Marketing team to ensure the effectiveness and implementation thereof-Work closely with the International Office in order to maintain a level of product knowledge, understanding of the brand strategy and gather all relevant info so as to relay such details onto the sales team -Adapt and amend any workings according to market trends andor corporate brand strategy -POP roll out plan – coordinate with marketing and sales teams and manage inventorySALES-Know the market trends per product category (e.g. eyewear, apparel, footwear, etc) -Set brand sales targets, per product category, per channel, in conjunction with sales manager so as to align goals with that of the company's requirements-Achieve set sales targets (monthlyquarterlyyearly)-Monitor, Maintain and improve sales through continuous assessment in conjunction with sales manager-Maintain and improve operating procedures, where necessary, in an effort to streamline and maximize the efficiency of orders being processed -Constantly liaise with the Warehouse and Operations Manager so as to help improve on speedy deliveries and service to our customers -Monitor and analyze sell-through data so as to accurately forecast purchase orders for key products -Ensure that all sales staff (Sales Reps, Store Managers, retail staff, etc) have the sufficient and applicable tools -Conduct regular training sessions with the Sales Team and Key Accounts (where applicable)STOCK MANAGEMENT FORECASTING-General costings, price-setting and product segmenting needs to be done for every item-Margin goals need to be achieved -Manage, maintain and improve on the viability of general stock holdings and fast movers-Order fulfillments need to meet the corporate goals (variable per category) -Work closely with Key Accountsdealers in an effort to monitor and analyze sell-through data -Provide the brand Sales Coordinators with sufficient forecasts on a regular basis -Ensure that stock holdings do not exceed that of the company's general stock turn policies (variable per category)-Seasonal and regular buys are to be consolidated from the Retail Team and the SalesDistribution Team, before submitting-All bulk seasonal buys to be signed-off by the Sales Manager-Ensure that the necessary and applicable purchase orders are submitted to the suppliers in a timely manner-Monitor andor assist in maintaining data integrity in terms of stock availability in the operating system-Consultcoordinate with the Sales Coordinators to validate general replenishment buys from the suppliers-Work with both the Retail and Distribution Teams to investigate avenues for clearing slow moving inventory -Coordinate the clean-up of all back-orders so as to eliminate the allocation of product to unauthorized orders -Work closely with the Retail Team in an effort to ensure that optimums are maintained, over-stocking does not occur and to assist with any clearance initiativesPLANNINGCall cycles from the respective Sales Reps are to be submitted monthly in advance to facilitate review of possible marketing trends-A travel schedule and related budget plan is to be compiled and submitted to the Sales Manager (quarterlyyearly).
Skills
To qualify for this position you must have the following.Valid UAE driving licence.Have atleast 5 years experience in managing retail and distribution sales. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Experienced in marketing brands
