who are we
We are a leading partner for luxury throughout the Middle East. With over 600 stores, 300 brands and over 65 years of experience in the region, we have become a major player in the beauty, fashion and gift sectors, by providing outstanding service to our partners and delighting all our customers. We are rapidly moving from a traditional luxury distributor and retailer in the Middle East, to a hybrid retailer that brings luxury experiences to the fingertips of customers everywhere.
To support the next phase of our growth, we look forward to building a world class team. From physical retail to supply chain and customer loyalty, we aim to use technology and data to continually improve every aspect of our operations. We are looking for the best talent to join us on this journey of exploring new horizons together.
what are you going to do
We are looking for an experienced buyer to join our luxury fashion outlet, The Deal, offering over 600 global luxury brands across mens, womens and children’s apparel, accessories and cosmetics. This will be an online/offline role.
At Chalhoub, we bring brands to life. Our buyers are responsible for managing product selection and OTB (Open to Buy) picking, ensuring that POS is commercially filled and the brand image is well implemented. These key points are reflected from the pre-purchase stage to the post-purchase stage and are monitored throughout the season.
Demonstrate creative drive and talent in product planning, selection and purchase.
Leverage knowledge and experience to bring in new and innovative merchandise, new concepts and potential exclusive products to attract new customers and increase sales.
Impact and challenge in creating an OTB and managing how OTB is spent.
Analyze and interpret sales figures to make good business decisions.
Take responsibility for gross margin, stock rollover and sell-through.
Actively participate in purchases, product selection and order identification.
Manage the sale reduction strategy and stock liquidation.
Presenting the purchases to the management team and the store.
Work closely with Marketing, VM and Stores, Supply Chain and E-Commerce teams
Demonstrate awareness of trends, global market trends and competitors.
– Special supplier relationship and communication
Actively negotiate with suppliers on stock swaps, RTVs, and contribution discounts.
What you will need to succeed
– Trading and/or buying experience in Outlet Luxury.
Strong analytical skills and a business/data-driven mindset
Exposure or experience in e-commerce
Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
– Dynamic personality and proactive approach
What we can offer you
With us you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey by enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities, and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our group offers diverse career paths for those extraordinary, every day.
We understand the value you bring, and strive to provide a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, child education contribution, remote and flexible work policies, as well as exclusive employee discounts.
The Chalhoub Group has been the leading partner for luxury across the Middle East since 1955. As an expert in retail, distribution and marketing services based in Dubai, the group has become a major player in the fashion, beauty and gift sectors regionally.
Blending its experience in the Middle East and its intimate knowledge of luxury, Chalhoub Group is building brands in the region, by providing outstanding service to all its partners and a unique experience to its customers through its passionate teams.
With a growing workforce of more than 9,000 people, implemented in 14 countries, as well as operating more than 470 retail outlets, the group’s success is attributed to its most valuable assets of highly skilled and dedicated teams. Professionalism and passion are what fuels the competitive advantage of the Chalhoub Group in today’s market.
Through its commitment to implement sustainable practices in its business, in 2013 the Chalhoub Group was awarded the CSR Label from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce.