Retail Director

Job Description : RETAIL DIRECTOR UAE Salary – 40,000-55,000 AED/month + ESOP + benefits Essential skills: · 10+ years’ experience working for a renowned brand with Retail presence · Or 10+ years’ experience working for a leading retailer managing relationships as a Buyer · 5+ years’ experience of brand marketing and communication with track record of establishing a well-known and industry leading brand. · Strong in-depth knowledge and expertise of negotiating terms and contracts with retailers · Track record of successfully launching new product lines and managing trading calendars · Successful implementation of trade marketing initiative while utilising the retail space efficiently · Inclusion in free / paid marketing activities in conjunction with the retailers · Experience of managing e-retail accounts and winning online real estate and inclusion in online marketing activities designed by the retailers Key responsibilities: · Work with the CEO/COO to win new retail account and to develop existing ones. · Own the relationships with the core service providers (brand ambassadors, logistics companies & merchandising providers) · Review the cost-of-service providers and manage a tender process to reduce costs where possible · Through effective management of the Merchandising Manager once they have been recruited: - Ensure the merchandising of all in store units is at an optimal level - Work with the Head of Marketing to manage the promotional calendar within retail environments. - Manage any roll out plans for new stores (including merchandising solution logistics and initial stock volumes) · Track stock levels and sell through rates in conjunction with the COO · Work with the Head of Marketing, CEO, COO to regularly review product sell through rates and ensure your active involvement in strategic discussions relating to product facings and product range reviews · Review and feedback on sales activity and demands of the market to drive forward strategy. · Analyse sales and market data, generate creative ideas to gain market share About the role: To win new retail accounts for the venture and to ensure client satisfaction through a dynamic approach to retail and e-retail account management. To achieve sales targets for yourself and the business, maximising profits through effective sales and promotion planning. Build market share by growing the retail and e-retail accounts.

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