RetailThe foundation of Al-Futtaim's retail network
was established in the early 1990s with the launch of the internationally
renowned and popular IKEA, Marks & Spencer, Toys R Us and ACE franchises in
the
UAE. Representing some of the world's most popular international brands,
Al-Futtaim's retail network extends throughout the UAE, GCC and North Africa
and has a significant presence in Singapore and Malaysia following the
acquisition of The Robinson Group in 2008. In 2012, Al-Futtaim acquired a
shareholding in Royal Sporting House, which is active in distribution, direct
retail stores and shop-in-shops. The Singapore-based fashion, sports and
lifestyle retail giant has 600 stores and many additional points of sale are
spread around the world with over 399 in South East Asia, over 74 in the Middle
East and over 126 in the South Pacific region. - 837 stores in 18 countries-
Occupies 5.6 million sq. ft. of retail space- 13,000 employees - Serves 30
million customers each yearMarks and SpencerAbout Marks &Spencer
Al-FuttaimA meMDer of the Al-Futtaim Group of companies since 1998, the Marks
&Spencer Al-Futtaim franchise partnership boasts 27 stores located in the
United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Egypt, Kuwait, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon and Qatar.
The stores offer an extensive range of stylish, high quality clothing products
for the whole family, across each category - womenswear, lingerie, menswear and
kidswear. M&S also offers beauty and home products, as well as outstanding
quality food. M&S stores are present in:- UAE: Dubai Festival City, Mall of
the Emirates Dubai, Deira City Centre, Mirdif City Centre Dubai, The Dubai
Mall, Wafi City Mall Dubai, Al Ghurair Mall; Abu Dhabi- Marina Mall, Fetouh Al
Khair Mall, Dalma Mall; Al Ain- Bawadi Mall; RAK-Al Manar Mall.- Qatar:
Landmark Mall, Villaggio Mall; - Kuwait: The View, The Avenues, 360 Mall; -
Bahrain- Bahrain City Centre; Seef Mall - Oman: Muscat City Centre; - Egypt:
Dandy Mall, City Stars, Cairo Festival City, Alexandria City Centre; - Jordan:
Taj Mall, Galleria Mall - Lebanon: Beirut City Centre In addition to this
impressive list, Dubai Festival City, one of the M&S's largest
international store features the new-look format with exciting fashion and food
displays to make the store more inviting, inspiring and easier to shop. For
more information, please visit www.marksandspencer.aeAbout the Role
We are looking ro recruit a Visual Assistant to join our Marks & Spencer team in our store in Doha, Qatar. In this role you will be responsible for:
* Accurately implement all company Visual Merchandising policies.
* Implement easy to shop store grids.
* Use the appropriate product handing techniques on different types of equipment.
* Implement well styled mannequins in line with the styling policy.
* Implement window display guidelines on time and "on brand".
* Be aware of key business information e.g. sales information, store and company best sellers, weekly selling and marketing news and identify potential sales opportunities.
* Have a good understanding of the brand customer profile and how it may differ slightly between stores.
* Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of equipment and ensure its correct usage.
* Ensure décor is procured when appropriate and implement in line with décor policy and guidelines.
* Assist implement seasonal launches and events on time and "on brand".
* Be aware of both store and company best sellers.
* Have an awareness of competitor activities and trends within Visual Merchandising.
* Work effectively and communicate regularly with store colleagues and VM Manager to ensure brand consistency.
* Deliver great standards of service to customers.
* Be prepared to work both on your own and as part of a team.
* VM checklist to be maintained and adhered to.
* Lia
We are looking ro recruit a Visual Assistant to join our Marks & Spencer team in our store in Doha, Qatar. In this role you will be responsible for:
* Accurately implement all company Visual Merchandising policies.
* Implement easy to shop store grids.
* Use the appropriate product handing techniques on different types of equipment.
* Implement well styled mannequins in line with the styling policy.
* Implement window display guidelines on time and "on brand".
* Be aware of key business information e.g. sales information, store and company best sellers, weekly selling and marketing news and identify potential sales opportunities.
* Have a good understanding of the brand customer profile and how it may differ slightly between stores.
* Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of equipment and ensure its correct usage.
* Ensure décor is procured when appropriate and implement in line with décor policy and guidelines.
* Assist implement seasonal launches and events on time and "on brand".
* Be aware of both store and company best sellers.
* Have an awareness of competitor activities and trends within Visual Merchandising.
* Work effectively and communicate regularly with store colleagues and VM Manager to ensure brand consistency.
* Deliver great standards of service to customers.
* Be prepared to work both on your own and as part of a team.
* VM checklist to be maintained and adhered to.
* Lia
