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Michael Page Retail are looking for a Head of Merchandising (Non Fashion Categories) to join the largest pharmacy retailer in Saudi Arabia. The right candidate will lead the Non-Pharma Categories development as per Consumer needs, by building strategic partnerships with Vendors, and being all the times aware of market trends and dynamics. Their key objective is to deliver the best Market Share, Margin and Volume, in line with company's targets.
Client Details
Our client opened doors in 1986 and since then has grown to near to 1000 retail outlets across Saudi Arabia. By adopting its clear set vision strategic approach, the company has become the largest pharmaceutical chain in the Middle East and North Africa, representing numerous global medical firms.
Description
For the role of Head of Merchandising (Non Fashion Categories)
The candidate must come of a volume driven retail business with a proven track record in handling complex multipul categories.
Outline of the responsibilites are detailsed below:
Operational Role:
- Develops good understanding of the market (Category role, competition, trends, etc.) and the consumer (leverage CRM and equivalent tools)- Develops and implements the category strategy in line with NMC commercial strategy to deliver category P&L (profit, volume and market share)- Develops and executes tactics that deliver category goals (assortment, pricing, space management and planograms, promotional activities, new category (products or services), private labels, sourcing, portfolio optimization, etc.)- Works closely with Operations to ensure best store execution- Works closely with Marketing on Promotions and brand building tactics- Leads the retail innovation process and develops future breakthrough plan with the support of marketing/operations heads- Lead the Demand forecast process as part of the S&OP- Develops strategic alliances with vendors and leads implementation of joint business plans to achieve best margin and service
Reporting Role:
- Provide information regarding product categories e.g. Market share, volume, P&L
People Role:
- Manage the section resources utilization by setting their priorities and maximizing performance- Sets and monitors SMART objectives for direct employees- Leads his people development, through appropriate training and supervision
Profile
Head of Merchandising (Non Fashion Categories) would need the following attributes:
- A minimum level of education of a Bachelors Degree
- Proven experience as a Head of Merchandising / Merchandise Director or similar position within a Supermarket or Pharmacy based Retail company
- P&L responsible
- 15 - 20 years experience in retail merchandising
- Have previously covered related categories such as personal care, baby, cosmetics, own brand health & beauty etc.
- Current or previous experience in international markets is desired
- Open to both Arabic and none Arabic speakers
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrating honesty & integrity.
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Job Offer
Hugely competitive package.... Includes TAX FREE salary, relocation assistance, annual business class tickets allowance, education allowance, family premium medical insurance.
Job Details
| Date Posted: | 2015-10-08 |
| Job Location: | Saudi Arabia |
| Job Role: | Purchasing/Procurement |
| Company Industry: | Retail/Wholesale |
| Monthly Salary: | US $15,000 |
Preferred Candidate
| Career Level: | Management |
| Gender: | Male |
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