The Junior Manager Sales Franchise GCC role is responsible for supporting and developing the Company brand within Partner stores and distribution partners in the GCC region while building upon sustainable and profitable businesses.

• Support the Senior Manager Sales Franchise in developing franchising opportunities and for offering constant support to franchisees to ensure the total success of the business
• Assist in preparing short, mid & long-term strategies with partner businesses by identifying and improving product and operational performance
• Support with store development, align product range selection and PUMA operational procedures with O&O PUMA stores
• Ensure that all Partner stores have a cohesive message across the region and are supportive of key brand marketing strategies
• Provide the highest level of service and product expertise each season from sell-in to sell-thru
• Establish collaborative and effective relationships with Franchise partners and the Retail team
• Support in driving the regional expansion or restructuring in line with corporate strategy and manage change
• Gather market and customer information in any potential target location to scale up operations
• Assist with travelling requirements

Education:

• Education: University Degree, preferably in Business field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years relevant sales experience in the footwear and/or apparel sports, lifestyle or fashion industry

Capabilities:

• Results driven
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Forecasting and data analysis skills
• Customer management
• High level of energy, initiative, and professionalism
• Proficiency in MS Office (word, excel, power-point)
• Fluency in the English language (speaking, reading, writing) at a business level