Group Head of Travel Retail Activity Dubai

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DubaiGroup Head of Travel Retail ActivityWe usually respond withintwo weeksWho we areWe are a leading partner for luxury across the Middle East. With more than 600 stores, 300 brands and over 65 years of experience in the region, we have become a major player in the beauty, fashion and gift sectors, by offering service excellence to our partners and delighting all our customers. We are moving fast from a traditional distributor and retailer for luxury in the Middle East, to a hybrid retailer bringing luxury experiences to the fingertips of customers everywhere.To fuel the next stage of our growth we are looking to build a world class team. From physical retail through to supply chain and customer loyalty, we aim to use technology and data to continuously improve every aspect of our operations. We are looking for top talent to join us on this journey of exploring new horizons together.What youll be doingOur Group Head of Travel Retail Activity (TRA) will contribute to strengthen partnerships with key Regional and Global players in the Travel Retail Industry. You will work alongside the Group?s management in defining the Group?s long-term vision and strategy for TRA. You will drive the expansion of Travel Retail Activities for the Group, by leading Duty-free concessions in both airports (duty free and duty paid) and airlines as well as collaboration with JVs to build brand negotiations. Additionally, you will represent wholesale activity and will have responsibility for the growth and direction of the TRA. You will lead the activity operationally as well as having responsibility for the strategic direction of the Groups TRA.What you?ll need to succeedDrive the Group as a Leader in in the Travel Retail industry in the ME and Africa as well as expanding to other geographiesDevelop and lead annual strategic & operational planning processes for the business, implementing best practice within the businessEstablish sales and investments budgets and reforecast in line with company guidelinesIdentify key strategic growth areas and growth opportunities, bringing them to life through development of new partnerships and relationships across geographies and categoriesShape the future of the Travel Retail industry for the Group, serving as strategic lead and thought leader groupwideDevelop concepts and activities for the Travel retail business including management of TravellerSeek alliances across the region, by utilizing your in-depth knowledge of the Travel Retail and Duty-Free channelsEnhance productivity and performance of the managed activities as well as joint ventures through optimization, centralized negotiations and thereby improving the image and customer service of our brands and activitiesCreate and maintain strong relationships with key travel retailersBuild equity for the group by developing considered own concepts and activities where applicableYour Profile:Sound knowledge of TRARelationship building with diverse set of senior stakeholdersCommercial acumenStrength in operational activitiesGrowth mindset, exposed to high growth industriesVerbal and written communication skillsExperience in high growth multi-category, multi-brand TR operatorEducation: Master or MBA-levelLanguages: English is a must; Arabic or French is a plusWhat we can offer youWith us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts. To view all our perks and benefits,DubaiGroup Head of Travel Retail ActivityPERSONAL DATA PROTECTION POLICYThis Personal Data Protection Policy details the CHALHOUB policy with regard to personal data provided on its websites and chalhoubgroupcareers.com (the ?Website?).CHALHOUB respects your concerns regarding the confidentiality of personal information and data provided by you. 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