Hermès Retail Merchandiser
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 14, 2026
About Hermès
This prestigious fashion house, renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs, is a part of a leading global luxury conglomerate. The brand is committed to excellence and offers a dynamic environment where creativity and business acumen are equally valued.
Hermès Middle East seeks a Retail Merchandiser in Dubai to drive sales strategies, optimize inventory, and support store performance across the region.
Role & Responsibilities
- Conduct frequent store visits to develop product expertise, analyze store feedback, and identify emerging market trends
- Generate and share qualitative and quantitative insights supported by detailed analysis to identify business opportunities and highlight potential risks
- Work closely with department managers in defining action plans to achieve departmental targets
- Contribute to animations and events by ensuring appropriate product assortment, coordinating with Central Planning on deliveries, and collaborating on visual merchandising plans
- Produce analyses and support tools recommending budget allocation by category and product line for pre-buying preparation
- Support stores during buying cycles to ensure a coherent, customer-focused assortment balancing novelties and bestsellers
- Monitor Point of Sale Inventory (PSI) and replenishment strategy in collaboration with the Merchandising Manager
- Coordinate with Visual Merchandising and store teams to support seasonal product launches
- Monitor sales performance and generate analyses using NeoBi and Cegid business intelligence tools
- Produce monthly performance reports and update sell-through metrics to share with relevant stakeholders
- Analyze best sellers by sell-through data, assortment mix, price points, colors, and sizes to maximize sales potential
- Monitor and place reorders aligned with target Months of Supply (MOS) and inventory levels
- Ensure optimal regional inventory levels and stock efficiency through strategic stock transfers and replenishment actions
- Coordinate with Visual Merchandising and store teams to highlight and address slow-moving inventory
- Share, implement, and adapt Europe strategy within the subsidiary while bringing forward best practices from the broader community
- Serve as key liaison between Stores and Métiers, ensuring effective communication of feedback and strategic information
Qualifications
- 3–4 years of experience in Retail Merchandising, Buying, or related retail planning discipline
- Understanding of Visual Merchandising principles and execution
- Strong analytical skills with solid knowledge of merchandising KPIs and performance metrics
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and data analysis
- Competence with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint for report development and presentations
- Excellent communication skills with ability to collaborate effectively across retail and corporate teams
- Highly organized, reliable, and strong team player
- Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Business-oriented mindset with proactive, solution-driven approach and capacity to propose innovative ideas
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years of professional experience in Retail Merchandising, Buying, or related retail planning and category management roles within a luxury or premium retail environment. Candidates should demonstrate a track record of developing product expertise, analyzing market data, and supporting merchandising strategy execution across multiple store locations.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, Fashion Merchandising, or related discipline preferred. Equivalent professional experience in merchandising and buying may substitute for formal qualification.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Dubai, Dubai, UAE.
Culture
The company fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
About Cerulean
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