Retail Merchandise Specialist

This role involves:

• Strategically overseeing the merchandise division with a primary focus on driving revenue.
• Creating and executing revenue-driving strategies through creative marketing, product bundling, promotional pricing, and digital and in-market activations.
• Working closely with key internal te​ams (Ticketing, Marketing, and Sports Account Manager) and external partners (Dubai Basketball, Coca-Cola, and various clients).
• Utilizing a commercially-focused and data-driven mindset to inform all marketing and merchandising decisions.

 This role is on a freelancer agreement, and it requires the candidate to have their own visa / sponsorship. A detailed job description can be found below.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelors degree or certification in Business Management or Marketing

Experience:

• Minimum 4-6 years’ experience in similar role
• Previous experience in the UAE, preferably in the event industry   
• Excellent oral and written communication, analytical and organizational skills
• Previous experience in events  
• Fluent in English, Arabic is preferable 

Personal Qualities:​

• Friendly and amicable personality
• Excellent listening and communication skills at all levels
• Excellent internal and external stakeholder management skills
• Excellent personal presentation and grooming
• Willingness to work as a team member and accept direction
• Can do attitude without compromise of safety
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines