Our client is an established fashion retailer with an ambitious growth agenda across the Middle East. With a portfolio of well-recognised fashion brands and a reputation for delivering trend-led collections at scale, the business continues to invest heavily in its commercial and product teams.

THIS ROLE REQUIRES RELOCATION TO KUWAIT.

Key Responsibilities

- Define and execute the seasonal buying and merchandising strategy across multiple product categories.
- Build balanced assortments that align with customer demand, market trends and financial objectives.
- Own the merchandise planning process, including forecasting, OTB management, stock optimisation and margin delivery.
- Analyse trading performance and identify opportunities to maximise sales, improve sell-through and reduce inventory risk.
- Partner with Design and Product Development to shape commercially relevant collections.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain and Operations to ensure strong product availability and effective stock flow.
- Develop strategic relationships with suppliers and brand partners, supporting negotiations and product selection.




- Lead, coach and inspire a high-performing Buying & Merchandising team while promoting a collaborative and accountable culture.
- Drive continuous improvement across reporting, planning tools and commercial processes.

About You

- Extensive experience leading Buying and Merchandising teams within international fashion retail.
- Strong commercial judgement with a proven ability to balance customer trends, financial performance and inventory management.
- Demonstrated success delivering profitable seasonal collections and managing significant buying budgets.
- Excellent knowledge of merchandise planning, forecasting, allocation and trading.
- A confident people leader with the ability to influence senior stakeholders across multiple functions.
- Comfortable working within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial retail environment.
- Previous international or Middle East experience is beneficial but not essential.

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📌 Head Of Buying & Merchandising Kuwait (Marbella)
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