Assistant Phoenix Merchandiser - IT - Kuwait

Job no: MRF11449
Location: Kuwait
Kuwait Head Office
IT
Alshaya IT is a diverse organisation supporting corporate, warehouse and
retail specific IT infrastructure and systems. We have software teams creating
and developing in-house applications and product teams optimising and
integrating major third party solutions. The rate of growth across divisions
and geographies means we are constantly evaluating how we provide robust,
scalable and business enabling infrastructure and systems in line with global
benchmark standards.
Experience: ‎1 to ‎4 years
The Role:
The Assistant Merchandiser will be providing support to the Merchandisers on
daily operational, trading and merchandising activities which includes, but
not limited to, monitoring and management of the timely arrival of the stocks
into the stores, covering retail activities such as allocation, analysis,
reporting and tracking. This are for the Go Live support team where you will
have the opportunity to work in a brand supporting them ahead of and just
after their Core Merchandise Toolkit Go live and then will have the
opportunity to move to another Brand. It 's a great opportunity to get
exposure to the breadth of Brands in our business.
Below are the responsibilities of an Assistant Merchandiser but not limited
to:
Some of the key performance areas and responsibilities of an assistant
merchandiser is to
* Responsible to perform all allocation activities accurately as required to deliver sales plan and product strategy
* Assess the quality of allocation and how the stores are performing based on sales and other KPIs including the execution of stock building during peak trade periods
* Work with Business Governance team to ensure the right parameters on allocation, channel clustering, size scaling output performed by Business Governance Specialists.
* Proactively manage and enrich data in system/tools.
* Support Merchandisers by providing automated reports and analysis of historical performance, sales, margin, profit etc
* Recommend actions to be taken through the Allocation solution based upon store performance.
* Support Merchandisers in ensuring the successful opening of new stores as part of the brand expansion plan. (focusing on, but not limited to, ensuring stock is available and sufficient at new stores)
* Track and update price files, including promotion and mark down.
* Perform store stock balancing (including stock transfers).
* Provide support to stores including fixing stores related issues, to escalate issues surrounding product and stock related matters
* Communicate and liaise with warehouses on information regarding new arrivals and ensure shipment arrives on time.
* Execute Return to Vendor activities in the system.
* Review automated documentation of invoices are in order
* Build and maintain an effective and strong relationship with peers and internal customers to foster collaboration
Qualification and experience
* Relevant bachelor's degree, with retail experience preferred
* Ideal ‎1 to ‎2 years of working experience in retail; any retail allocation, retail sales or merchandising experience desirable
* Desire to build career in merchandising
Skills and competencies (preferred)
* Demonstrates good communication skills
* Possess good level of business acumen
* Possess good analytical and problem-solving skills expected of at an assistant merchandiser level
* Demonstrates qualities such as ambitious, desire to learn, driven and collaborative

About Us:
Alshaya Group is a dynamic family-owned enterprise which was first established
in Kuwait in ‎1890. With a consistent record of growth and innovation, Alshaya
Group is one of the world's leading brand franchise operators, offering
customers an unparalleled choice of well-loved international brands,
including: Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, Cos, American Eagle
Outfitters, P.F. Chang's, The Cheesecake Factory, The Body Shop, M.A.C,
Victoria's Secret, Boots, Vavavoom, Pottery Barn and KidZania.

Alshaya Group's portfolio extends across MENA, Russia, Turkey, and Europe,
with thousands of stores, cafes, restaurants and leisure destinations, as well
as a growing online and digital business.

Operating in multiple sectors including Fashion, Food, Health & Beauty,
Pharmacy, Home Furnishings and Leisure & Entertainment, Alshaya Group
colleagues are united by a commitment to delivering great customer service and
brand experiences.

Fresh, modern, and relevant, Alshaya's constantly evolving retail portfolio
reflects the choices and lifestyle of its customers. From flagship stores and
restaurants in prestige malls, to local coffee shops, drive-thrus and online,
Alshaya Group brings customers the brands they love in the places they want to
be.
Advertised: ‎03 Nov ‎2022 Arab Standard Time
Application close: ‎02 Dec ‎2022 Arab Standard Time