Job description

Brand Manager (Fashion Retail)

• Posting Date: 20/09/2026
• Ref: SJOR-154
• Position: Brand Manager (Fashion Retail)
• Location: Jordan
• City: Amman
• Sector: Retail
• Years of Experience 8+ years of experience
• Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail Management, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field (MBA is an advantage)
• Salary: Up to 1800 JOD Basic Salary
• Workdays: 5
• Description: Our client is a prominent, large-scale multi-brand retail and franchise operating group based in Amman, Jordan. The company is seeking an experienced, analytical, and results-driven Brand Manager to lead overall commercial performance, seasonal product buying, inventory productivity, pricing recommendations, and franchisor/principal relationships across its brand portfolio. The role reports directly to the Commercial Director and will work closely as a peer to the Marketing Manager. Key focus areas include:
  • Driving commercial performance, sales targets, and profitability across assigned brands.
  • Managing seasonal product buying, assortment planning, and Open-to-Buy (OTB) allocations.
  • Optimizing inventory cover, replenishment, and markdown strategies.
  • Managing and strengthening relationships with international brand principals and franchisors.
  • Aligning with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Operations, and Finance) to execute commercial goals.
  Key Responsibilities Commercial Strategy & Buying
  • Own seasonal buying and assortment planning for assigned brand(s), aligning with franchisor collections and market positioning.
  • Negotiate buying terms, minimum order quantities (MOQs), and seasonal purchase plans within delegated authority.
  • Protect brand positioning by keeping range depth, price points, and promotional activity aligned with franchise standards.
  Inventory Productivity & Allocation
  • Oversee replenishment priorities, stock allocation, and inter-store transfer decisions.
  • Monitor size availability, stock cover, sell-through rates, and stock ageing to minimize slow-moving inventory.
  • Direct support teams (Buying Coordinators & Allocation Analysts) to ensure smooth stock flow and data management.
  Pricing & Markdown Management
  • Recommend retail prices, product bundles, and promotional markdowns based on pricing policies and market trends.
  • Manage and approve in-season markdowns within authorized budgets.
  • Ensure accurate price and promotion execution across physical stores and online channels.
  Franchisor & Vendor Relationship Management
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for brand principals regarding orders, shipments, product data, and trading results.
  • Manage co-op marketing budgets and ensure full compliance with international brand standards.
  • Prepare and submit regular monthly performance and trading reports to brand principals.
  Team Leadership & Performance Management
  • Guide and evaluate direct reports (Buying Coordinator & Merchandising Analyst).
  • Partner with the Marketing Manager on launch dates, co-op funds, and visual merchandising standards.
  • Coordinate with Area and Store Managers on store demand, space allocation, and stock feedback.
  • Track sales KPIs, sell-through rates, and present monthly brand performance dashboards to senior executive management.
  Key Qualifications
  • Minimum 6–8+ years of progressive brand management, buying, or merchandising experience within multi-brand retail or franchise operations.
  • Strong preference for candidates with experience in the GCC market.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, Fashion Merchandising, or a related commercial discipline (MBA is an advantage).
  • Strong expertise in:
    • Open-to-Buy (OTB) planning, allocation, and replenishment systems.
    • Markdown management and inventory productivity (stock cover/sell-through).
    • Franchisor negotiation and brand standard compliance.
    • Retail analytics and advanced MS Excel/ERP systems.
  • Native-level Arabic and fluent English language skills are mandatory.
  • Based in or willing to relocate to Amman, Jordan (open to candidates inside Jordan or returning from the GCC region).
  
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