Retail Area Manager

Minimalist.ae is much more than "just" an eCommerce store specializing in the design and manufacturing of bespoke watches and jewelry. Since our inception in 2014, we have grown to be a community of design enthusiasts of several hundred thousand people - and we're looking to grow the team that makes this possible further.

We are currently looking for a Retail Area Manager for our stores in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

DUTIES

• Manage Store Managers and the Retail function via goal setting, follow-up, and advise;
• Schedule and supervise on-site sales team and colleagues to ensure stores are appropriately staffed;
• Recognize, train, coach, and develop retail store managers;
• Plan and executive promotions, special offers, discounts, and other sales tools;
• Independently keep track of sales records, create reports, coordinate with respective departments, and optimize performance;
• Support the recruitment, training, staffing, and scheduling of retail staff;
• Resolve issues and conflicts swiftly and fairly.

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 6, ideally 8+ years of experience as Retail Area Manager in retail luxury items / watch sales, ideally in a startup or eCommerce company;
• Proven previous UAE experience in retail/store management;
• Ideally a Bachelor’s degree;
• Understanding of Emirati culture and personality;
• Outstanding communication skills (verbal & written) in Arabic;
• Outstanding communication skills (verbal & written) in English.