Footwear Merchandiser

About the role

Join R&B Fashion as a Footwear Merchandiser in Dubai, supporting the brand team with merchandise planning, allocation and performance analysis.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in developing merchandise plans using historical trends, sales performance and brand outlooks.
• Analyze store profiles, stock weeks, sales blend and inventory by grade to guide allocation decisions.
• Execute in‑season stock analysis, markdown management and stock‑vs‑sales performance reviews.
• Plan merchandise mix, initial allocations and reserve management based on pre‑distribution plans.
• Finalize seasonal assortment plans and size run books in collaboration with the Senior Merchandiser.
• Monitor competitor product lines, pricing and category developments.
• Support margin negotiations, order placements and stock distribution decisions.

Required profile

• 2‑5 years of retail merchandising experience in fashion or lifestyle.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail Operations, Merchandising or related field (preferred).
• Strong understanding of product strategy, vendor coordination, range development and trend analysis.

Required skills

• Proficiency in inventory management systems.
• Advanced MS Excel.
• PowerPoint.