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Purpose of Role
To manage reporting and reconciliations and to manage the Inventory Management Functions.

Key Accountabilities

1. Preparation of Monthly Accounts.
2. Prepare quarterly consolidated accounts for statutory audit.
3. Liaise with external auditors on a quarterly basis on the preparation of statutory accounts.
4. Ensure timely completion and submission of the quarterly statutory accounts as required by Bahrain Bourse and the Central Bank of Bahrain.
5. Review and monitor Balance sheet reconciliations performed on a monthly basis.
6. Review slow moving stock and make provision each quarter end.
7. Fixed Asset Management – Ensure all assets are tagged and verified on an annual basis.
8. Perform monthly and year end close of financial records.
9. Review and manage all Advertising and Beauty Advisor contracts, ensuring all contracts are recorded in the correct period.
10. Manage and review all Payables and Receivable account balances.

1. Review the stock control perpetual count plan and make changes as deemed necessary. Review the bi-annual full stock count plan with the Stock Control manager.
2. Review and follow up on stock count and spot check reports.
3. Analysis of inventory adjustments for posting to general ledger including the stock provision, stock damages and obsolete stock for write off.
4. Supervise the financial reporting function.
5. Ensure timely and accurate reporting.
6. Manage the external audit.

Ensure all internal controls on the Company Accounting system are in place by regular system monitoring and testing.

1. Supervise the Accounts Department.
2. Supervise the Inventory Control Department.
3. Liaise with the management company and other suppliers on a monthly basis to ensure all discrepancies are cleared and dealt with in a timely manner.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required

• Good accounting system skills.
• Retail or FMCG experience required.

Qualifications

• Degree educated (Accountancy or Finance).
• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CPA, CIMA).

Person Specification

• Ability to be both strategic and operational.
• A logical and practical outlook on processes.
• Ability to clearly and confidently express ideas and facts both in the written and verbal form.
• Excellent presentation, report-writing, meeting management and facilitation skills.
• Ability to identify problems and provide solutions.

About The Company

Established in 2003, Clarendon Parker Bahrain is an International Recruitment Specialist Consultancy based in Bahrain’s Seef Business District. We specialise in mid to senior level professional, managerial, technical recruitment and staffing solutions in Bahrain and beyond. Our multinational team of consultants are experienced professionals within the fields they represent. Each consultant brings strong industry links and knowledge to better understand your business requirements. We know the market and we know our candidates!

Our team of dedicated consultants specialise in the following industries:

• Accounting, Finance & Banking
• Logistics & Customer Service
• Secretarial & Administration
• Human Resources & Recruitment
• Engineering & Construction
• IT/Telecom
• Marketing & PR
• Oil and Gas

The current range of services includes permanent and temporary recruitment, recruitment advertising campaigns, employee satisfaction surveys, state-of-the-art web-based recruitment technology and HR consulting services relating to recruitment processes and activities.

Senior Auditor - Retail Banking Arab Banking Corporation Manama, Bahrain Apply now Posted 4 days ago In-Office Job Permanent Competitive

ABC is recruiting a Senior Auditor – Retail Banking for its Group Audit Department in Bahrain. The role involves planning and executing audits of ila bank and Group Retail, providing feedback and assurance on control frameworks, risk management, and governance processes. Reporting to the Audit Head of ila Bank and Group Retail Banking, the auditor will produce an annual audit plan, consider regulatory requirements, and liaise with Senior Management and external parties. Responsibilities include delivering the annual audit plan, monitoring regulatory developments, and collaborating with peers to address key risks related to intra-group outsourcing services.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Reporting to the Audit Head – ila Bank and Group Retail, the job holder will: Perform continuous business monitoring over ila bank’s strategy, performance, new products & services and risk profile.
• Support the preparation of ila bank’s risk-based Annual Internal Audit Plan.
• Support the delivery of the approved Annual Internal Audit Plan which entails developing risk & control Matrix and testing strategy & Programs, plan the scope of individual assignments, ensure work is captured within the GRC tool, Produce, and discuss audit issues
• Communicate the result of Internal Audit assignments to Senior Management.
• Maintain adequate records and evidence of the assignments performed, including the evaluations made during assignments, in accordance with professional Internal Audit standards.
• Liaise with the ila bank’s External Audit firm as and when required.
• Monitor the resolution of Internal Audit issues by the Bank’s Senior Management.
• Maintain ongoing communication and partnership with peers and the wider Group Audit team as required.
• Conduct ad-hoc reviews and assignments as requested by the Group Chief Auditor, Senior management, or Board Audit Committee.
• As a Third Line role, the individual has responsibility for risk, compliance and control only insofar as they are relevant to the Internal Audit function. To preserve independence of the Internal Audit function, the individual may not make decisions on or undertake risk management or control activities that are the responsibility of the First and Second Lines of Defense.
• The role is guided by and must comply with all applicable standards set by the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors reflected on the Group Audit Manual.
• The individual must always maintain their independence and objectivity in the performance of duties.
• Act in accordance with the Bank’s Code of Conduct and applicable Conduct rules as set by the Regulators.
• Integrity, due professional care and attention are key attributes.
• The individual must report material risks and issues identified through the performance of Internal Audit activities to the Senior Management on a timely basis. Matters regarding inappropriate culture and behaviours will be reported to the Senior Management.
• Deal with regulators and other competent authorities in an open and cooperative manner.

Areas of Knowledge, Qualification and Experience

• At least 10 years’ Internal Audit experience within the Banking / Financial Services industry, preferably with retail & digital banking products and services (multi-national experience preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree preferably in finance, economics, accounting, banking, auditing, management, or related subjects.
• Professional certification (preferable) such as CIA or working towards this. Post graduate degree and or professional qualifications are desirable.
• Strong understanding of Information & Cyber Security, Personal Data Protection and Operational Resilience
• Advanced knowledge & application of audit methodology
• Solid knowledge of banking, corporate governance, and the 3 lines model
• Excellent spoken and written English language skills
• Proficiency in at least one other ABC business language (Arabic, French,) would be desirable
• Theoretical & practical knowledge and understanding of the operations, structure and supporting Information Technologies of a retail digital bank, the underlying eco-system, including associated risks & regulatory requirements, gained from significant time working within the Banking / Financial Services industry
• Familiar with the regulatory environment under which banks are operating
• Familiar with industry best practices and control frameworks
• Strong communication skills (listening, oral, written and presenting) to enable the explanation and presentation of information in a structured, clear, and concise way
• Ability to communicate and influence colleagues at all levels
• Strong project management skills, using project planning techniques to plan and co-ordinate work effectively
• Ability to work under pressure to tight timescales whilst paying attention to detail
• Strong team player skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment
• Inquisitive personality whilst being pragmatic and objective
• Maintain and demonstrate the highest standards of integrity and resilience.

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Job Requisition ID: 170458

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview Of The Role

The job holder (JH) is responsible for planning, controlling, and directing their store team to achieve highest level of customer service standards and in-store execution to deliver sustainable sales and profitable targets. JH provides excellent communication and people's skills in order to influence everyone to manifest the best professional customer service and equipped with the ability to understand and analyses sales figures to drive the business to achieve its targets.

What You Will Do

Profit Financial

• Drives, monitors and reviews sales performance and recommends action plans to deliver sales budget (Store Level)
• Conducts monthly meetings focusing on category sales performance with the selling personnel to update category performance and recommend action plans for improvement
• Implements strategies and ensures 100% execution of all programs to achieve sales target of all EXCLUSIVE products and submits feedback on promo effectiveness.
• Manages and controls store approved OPEX budgets ( i.e utilities, wrap supply, staff cost, etc)
• Recommends and initiates plans to optimize the stores’ controllable expense.
• Achieves shrinkage budget below tolerance level thru day to day monitoring of Retail Operating Standard Compliance (store level) Drives, monitors and reviews sales performance & recommends action plans to deliver agreed sales budget (Store level)
  
  

• Checks and reviews the implementation of display and timely replenishment.
• Manages availability and timely replenishment of stocks.
• Ensures consistent, accurate and timely inventory adjustments (GAP, Cycle Counts, Negative Quantity on Hand, False Positive)
• Complies consistency with the Brand of Service Standards when dealing with customers (internal or external)
• Ensures customers shopping experience exceeds customers’ expectation.
• Handles and reports product queries, complaints and offer advise professionally aligned with the Brand of Service Standards procedure.
• Drives loyalty members programs and initiatives to achieve target transactions participation.
• Drives selling techniques to achieve target conversion/transaction rate
• Cascades on going promotions, activities, memos, bulletins following the standard power talk guidelines on a regular basis
• Checks and validates proper implementation and execution of promotional and store activities (e.g. promo call outs, hero displays and price changes)
  
  

• Ensure policies, brand standards, grooming guidelines and internal control procedures are communicated and implemented as per SOP
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills and understanding of the system and reporting
• Monitor store controllable expenses, supervise loss, asset protection and risk management and be accountable for inventory management
• Liaising with mall management, store documentation as appropriate (daily reports, banking, refunds, exchanges, etc)
  
  

• Plans and monitors Personal Development Plans In role development interventions.
• Identifies, implements and monitors team learning interventions.
• Reviews and discusses performance appraisal and personal plans of direct reports.
• Implements action plans for employee engagements
  
  

• Good knowledge of the beauty industry and trends Retail operational skills (stock, VM, systems, cash…) Computer skills
• Management skills and people development
• Empathy Customer service and results oriented Leadership and problem solving skills
• Excellent relationship skills
• Integrity and trust dealing with ambiguity
• Proactive with good team spirit and able to take initiatives
  
  

• Education: Bachelor or Master degree would be a plus
• Minimum Experience and Knowledge: Min 5+ years of experience in retail and team management in the beauty sector
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Sales and Business Development
• Industries Retail

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Job Requisition ID: 170458

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group is today one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is structured into five operating divisions: automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare, employing over 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. The group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enable continuous growth and expansion, responding to the changing needs of its customers.

By upholding values of respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity, Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of its customers daily.

The job holder (JH) is responsible for planning, controlling, and directing their store team to achieve high customer service standards and in-store execution, delivering sustainable sales and profitable targets. The JH should possess excellent communication and people skills to influence the team towards professional customer service, along with the ability to analyze sales figures to drive business performance.

• Drive, monitor, and review sales performance; recommend actions to meet sales budgets at store level.
• Conduct monthly meetings with sales personnel to review category performance and develop improvement plans.
• Implement strategies and ensure 100% execution of programs to achieve sales targets for all exclusive products, providing feedback on promotional effectiveness.
• Manage and control store OPEX budgets (utilities, supplies, staff costs, etc.).
• Optimize store controllable expenses through strategic planning.
• Maintain shrinkage below tolerance levels via daily monitoring of retail standards and compliance.

• Oversee implementation of displays and replenishment schedules.
• Ensure stock availability and timely replenishment.
• Maintain accurate inventory adjustments (GAP, Cycle Counts, Negative Quantity, False Positives).
• Uphold Brand Service Standards in customer interactions.
• Handle customer queries and complaints professionally.
• Promote loyalty programs and initiatives to increase transaction participation.
• Drive selling techniques to improve conversion rates.
• Communicate ongoing promotions and activities following standard guidelines.

• Ensure policies, brand standards, grooming, and internal controls are communicated and followed.
• Demonstrate analytical skills and system understanding.
• Monitor store expenses, loss prevention, and inventory management.
• Liaise with mall management and handle store documentation (reports, banking, refunds, exchanges).

• Develop and monitor Personal Development Plans and learning interventions.
• Review performance appraisals and personal development of team members.
• Implement employee engagement initiatives.

• Knowledge of the beauty industry and retail operations (stock, VM, systems, cash).
• Management and people development skills.
• Empathy, customer service orientation, leadership, problem-solving.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Integrity, trust, adaptability, proactive team spirit, initiative-taking.

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum 5+ years in retail and team management within the beauty sector.

We encourage you to read the full job description carefully and prepare a personalized CV to showcase your fit for this role. Our Talent Acquisition team is committed to reviewing all applications and matching candidates with our values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.

Job Requisition ID: 170448

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group is now one of the most diversified and progressive regional businesses, headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It operates across five divisions: automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare, with more than 35,000 employees across over 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. The group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired brands, emphasizing entrepreneurship and customer focus to grow and adapt to changing customer needs.

We uphold values of respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity, aiming to enrich the lives of our customers daily.

To deliver high-quality customer service by possessing excellent product knowledge and procedures, rotating through departments as needed, and assisting in all store-related tasks. Support the Department Manager / Store Manager in daily operations, act as Duty Manager when required, and contribute to achieving the annual budget.

• Provide exceptional service to internal and external customers, demonstrating product knowledge and offering professional assistance and advice.

• Assist with daily store operations, including opening and closing duties, security, and running the department in the absence of the Department Manager.
• Train new staff on Point of Sale (POS) procedures, handle customer issues at POS to ensure smooth service.
• Supervise receipt and display of goods according to approved procedures, ensuring product availability.
• Assist in events like stock takes and store openings as needed.

• Help ensure compliance with in-store pricing and ticketing procedures to maintain transparency and prevent losses.

• Support training efforts to ensure Sales Assistants adhere to Brand Merchandising Principles, maintaining a strong corporate image and attractive store presentation.

• Extensive experience in Sales, Marketing, and Operations within the retail or brand management industry, especially in Fashion.
• Deep knowledge of market trends, brand positioning, and industry developments.
• Understanding of current economic factors and competitive threats.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

At least 2 years of retail sales experience, preferably in a supervisory or team-leading role.

• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting.
• Ability to stand for at least 8 hours.
• Strong customer service skills.

We aim to provide excellent service, and your contribution will help ensure a positive candidate experience. Please carefully review the job description, tailor your CV accordingly, and demonstrate why you're a good fit for this role, aligning with our values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.

We are committed to reviewing all applications and providing responses throughout the process.

Job Requisition ID: 170447

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview of the role:

The Store Manager is accountable for sales performance, focusing on growth and profitability, customer satisfaction, merchandising standards, store operations, and the training and development of the entire staff.

What you will do:

People Development/ HR

• Networks, supports recruiting, hiring, developing and retaining high-quality management and associates to fill store profiles and succession planning.
• Leads by example, trains, develops, and provides ongoing feedback and coaching on product knowledge, selling skills, visual merchandising and delivering the customer experience.
• Organizes weekly staff meetings and daily briefings to recap store performance, and to communicate new company goals and strategies, as well as new store procedures and performance targets
  
  

• Ensures an excellent level of customer service is a priority at all times by executing and achieving the Customer Experience consistently through regular assessment, coaching, and follow-up with the team.
• Maintains visibility and leads by example on the selling floor to answer customer questions and support all selling functions.
• Implements all visual merchandising standards, directives, promotions, and overall cleanliness and organization of the sales floor and stockroom.
  
  

• Meets or exceeds profitability expectations for the store in sales, payroll, shrink, and conversion.
• Creates and executes strategies to maximize store sales and control expenses.
  
  

• Controls company assets by meeting all loss prevention measures (consistent management of inventory, in- and out-bound stock movements, sales, returns, exchange, store maintenance, etc).
• Executes and complies with all company policies and store procedures.
  
  

• Extensive experience in Sales, Marketing and Operations and working in the retail/ brand management industry specifically in Fashion.
• Sound in-depth knowledge of the market, brand positioning and trends.
• An understanding of the current economic situation and impacts of potential threats and competitors.
  
  

• Good command of business English (written and verbal)
• Good computer skills (Outlook, Excel & SAP) and detailed report analysis skills
• Strong level of numeracy & literacy
• Some heavy lifting
• Scheduled shifts may require standing for a minimum of eight hours
• Strong Customer Service
  
  

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Job Requisition ID: 170459

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview Of The Role

The job holder will be responsible to follow operating procedures, provides inventory control service, ensuring that the stocks are available when needed and that stock movement is accurately tracked and maintained throughout the entire process and stock loss risks are absolutely minimized.

What You Will Do

• Controlling the product's inputs & outputs from warehouses/other Stores. Stock discrepancy during receiving must be escalated to the supplier/sender by raising an SRD report. Coordinate until the SRD s are adjusted in the system.
• Tracking & updating stocks both on Incoming/Outgoing Log Books & in the system.
• Avoiding product's shortage by investigating on weekly basis. Perform investigations based on Stock Accuracy Checks. Segregation of Damages in the stock room. Ensuring the movement of the damaged units.
• Support management with the required reports/feedback
• Prepare the store for marketing event (if any), arrange for stock count procedures (additional cartons and segregating stocks for easy scanning/counting purposes)
• Missing barcodes - Must accurately record the quality, quantity, type, style, and any other characteristics of the inventory so store team has a clear understanding of what is and isn’t available in case of bar code is unidentifiable. This needs to be sent to the brand team in Dubai for further assistance with the barcode. All such merchandise is to be separately put up in the stock room with the updated information in the form of report to the OPM on monthly basis.
• Presence during any maintenance related work activity in the store (Often in the night after store closing).
• The JH must be involved in the annual business planning will also manage monthly budgets
• JH will be sometimes if required will create PO and will track invoices and will make sure the work is completed with allocated SLA and invoiced by the Service Provider
• The JH will have to manage all the non-merchandise assets stored inside stock rooms for business related activity purposes.
• Ensure that all policies and procedures relating to admin and stock movement processes are strictly adhered to
• Follow SOP guidelines, and inform Management of any breaches of SOP
• Process any inventory adjustments, such as for monthly damages, expired, testers, transfers, and any special orders
• Maintain accurate records for stock movement within the business
• Where required, apply for any relevant promotional permits
• Monitor DSR (Daily Sales Reconciliation) and ensure documentation is compliant including the following: Reconciliation of cash & other tenders, Daily Audit of reports / collections, Banking/Foreign Exchange, Store Petty Cash, Tallying of safe fund daily, Credit Card Reconciliation, Other Non-Cash tenders reco.
• Ensure all sales are reflecting SAP
• Investigate any discrepancies SAP and Rpro by Monitoring IDocs and missing transaction to resolve and IT calls raised.
• All invoices from suppliers/contractors must be verified and processed with payments team. Follow-up must be maintained to track pending invoices and flag pending payments. Maintain a liaison with suppliers to clear any outstanding payments
• Sales reports
• Stock reports
  
  

• Minimum Experience and Knowledge: 3-4 years in Retail stock handling role in local market is a must requirement.
• Job-Specific/Technical Skills required to complete the tasks: Good IT skills, qualifications from supply chain management/logistics institute beneficial
  
  

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Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview of the role:

To provide a high level of customer service through excellent knowledge of products and procedures, to rotate through departments as required, and assist in all store-related tasks. To assist the Department Manager / Store Manager with the general day-to-day running of the Department and Store. Act as Duty Manager as required. To effectively contribute to the achievement of the annual budget.

What you will do:

• To provide a high level of customer service at all times both internal and external, by being aware of the product categories and being able to assist and advise customers professionally.

Operational Effectiveness

• Assist the Store Manager with the day-to-day Store Operations including opening and closing Duty Management cover and other security aspects. To run the department in the absence of the Department Manager if required.
• To be able to train new staff on the Point of Sale (POS) operation and to be responsible for corrective action at the POS. To deal with any customer issues arriving at the POS to ensure smooth customer service is uninterrupted.
• To supervise the receiving and display of goods by the approved procedures when required to ensure products are available for customer purchase.
• When required to assist in other events such as stock take, new store openings, etc.

Store Compliance

• To assist with ensuring compliance with in-store procedures about pricing and ticketing to ensure that customers are aware of product prices and to protect the company against any loss related to incorrect pricing.

People Development

• To assist with the training and ensure that Sales Assistants apply the “Brand Merchandising Principles” at all times ensuring a corporate image is achieved and that the brand has the best possible looking stores in its product category.

Required Skills to be successful

• Extensive experience in Sales, Marketing and Operations and working in the retail/ brand management industry specifically in Fashion.
• Sound in-depth knowledge of the market, brand positioning and trends.
• An understanding of the current economic situation and impacts of potential threats and competitors.

What equips you for the role:

Minimum Qualification and Knowledge:

Education : High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum 2 years of Retail Sales experience preferably in leading or supervising a team.

Job-Specific/Technical Skills required to complete the tasks:

• Some heavy lifting
• Ability to stand for a minimum of 8 hours
• Strong Customer Service

We’re here to provide excellent service but a little help from you can ensure a five-star candidate experience from start to finish.

Before you click “apply”: Please read the job description carefully to ensure you can confidently demonstrate why this opportunity is right for you and take the time to put together a well-crafted and personalised CV to further boost your visibility. Our global Talent Acquisition team members are all assigned to specific businesses to ensure that we make the best matches between talent and opportunities. We not only consider the requisite compatibility of skills and behaviours, but also how candidates align with our Values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.

As part of our candidate experience promise, we also want to make ourselves available to you throughout the application process. We make every effort to review and respond to every application.

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Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview of the role:

The Store Manager is accountable for sales performance, focusing on growth and profitability, customer satisfaction, merchandising standards, store operations, and the training and development of the entire staff.

What you will do:

People Development/ HR

• Networks, supports recruiting, hiring, developing and retaining high-quality management and associates to fill store profiles and succession planning.
• Leads by example, trains, develops, and provides ongoing feedback and coaching on product knowledge, selling skills, visual merchandising and delivering the customer experience.
• Organizes weekly staff meetings and daily briefings to recap store performance, and to communicate new company goals and strategies, as well as new store procedures and performance targets
• Ensures an excellent level of customer service is a priority at all times by executing and achieving the Customer Experience consistently through regular assessment, coaching, and follow-up with the team.
• Maintains visibility and leads by example on the selling floor to answer customer questions and support all selling functions.
• Implements all visual merchandising standards, directives, promotions, and overall cleanliness and organization of the sales floor and stockroom.
• Meets or exceeds profitability expectations for the store in sales, payroll, shrink, and conversion.
• Creates and executes strategies to maximize store sales and control expenses.

Operational Effectiveness

• Controls company assets by meeting all loss prevention measures (consistent management of inventory, in- and out-bound stock movements, sales, returns, exchange, store maintenance, etc).
• Executes and complies with all company policies and store procedures.

Required Skills to be successful

• Extensive experience in Sales, Marketing and Operations and working in the retail/ brand management industry specifically in Fashion.
• Sound in-depth knowledge of the market, brand positioning and trends.
• An understanding of the current economic situation and impacts of potential threats and competitors.

What equips you for the role:

Minimum Qualification and Knowledge:

Education :High school education or equivalent preferred

Minimum two years of Store Manager experience with a proven track record for driving sales and profit results and training and developing a team of individuals.

Job-Specific/Technical Skills required to complete the tasks:

• Good command of business English (written and verbal)
• Good computer skills (Outlook, Excel & SAP) and detailed report analysis skills
• Strong level of numeracy & literacy
• Some heavy lifting
• Scheduled shifts may require standing for a minimum of eight hours
• Strong Customer Service

We’re here to provide excellent service but a little help from you can ensure a five-star candidate experience from start to finish.

Before you click “apply”: Please read the job description carefully to ensure you can confidently demonstrate why this opportunity is right for you and take the time to put together a well-crafted and personalised CV to further boost your visibility. Our global Talent Acquisition team members are all assigned to specific businesses to ensure that we make the best matches between talent and opportunities. We not only consider the requisite compatibility of skills and behaviours, but also how candidates align with our Values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.

As part of our candidate experience promise, we also want to make ourselves available to you throughout the application process. We make every effort to review and respond to every application.