Head of Planning – Retail (UAE)

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Head of Planning for a leading retail client in the UAE. This role will be responsible for driving end-to-end planning excellence across merchandise, financial, and assortment functions while leading a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Merchandise & Assortment Planning

• Develop and execute seasonal and long-term merchandise plans aligned with business objectives
• Drive assortment strategies based on customer insights, trends, and market dynamics
• Collaborate closely with buying and merchandising teams to optimize product mix

2. Financial Planning & Strategy

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning cycles
• Deliver sales, margin, and inventory targets through data-driven decision-making
• Provide strategic insights to senior leadership to support business ...