WHO WE ARE:
GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
- Analyze historical data and trends to identify current and future brand gaps and opportunities.
- Conduct thorough market research and competitor analysis of the brand to identify consumer insights, market trends, and competitor activities.
- Monitor and evaluate brand performance metrics—such as category mix, sell-through, price points, Pareto analysis, SKU efficiency, and YTD performance—on a weekly and monthly basis, providing data-driven recommendations to the Senior Brand Manager.
- Assist in creating consumer-focused customer segmentation across all channels, including DTC, Multi-Concept, and Wholesale.
- Manage Trasix E-catalogs, including pricing and segmentation, to support seasonal orders for internal and external partners.
- Consolidate orders and review category purchases to ensure alignment with brand targets, including contractual volumes, categories, and product mix.
- Communicates, consolidates, and follows up on product requirements and insights derived from sales and store data with management.
- Coordinate with the RBM and Go-to-Market team to set up seasonal showrooms.
- Collaborate daily with cross-functional teams to execute brand strategy, drive sales, and coordinate sample follow-ups with brand and logistics teams.
- Maintains vendor contacts, coordinates product demonstrations, and procures product samples to support the Senior Brand Manager in decision-making.
- Collaborate with stakeholders on strategic initiatives, manage article master POs, and drive brand visibility through industry insights and innovation.
- Handle additional administrative and ad hoc tasks as assigned.
WHAT WE NEED:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in brand management, buying coordination, or as an assistant buyer.
- Preferably with relevant experience in sports retail industry.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Fashion, Buying and Merchandising, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of brand management principles.
- Proficiency in data analysis and brand metrics, with the ability to evaluate performance and deliver actionable insights.
