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.

Desired Candidate Profile

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).