Brand Executive

Brand Executive (Analytics & Procurement)

Job Overview

We are seeking an analytical, commercially driven Brand Executive to optimize the performance, sourcing, and profitability of our distributed food brand portfolio. You will analyze brand performance data (sell-in/sell-out, margins, and stock velocity) to guide commercial decisions while managing vendor procurement, supplier relations, and total landed cost calculations to safeguard gross profit targets.

Key Responsibilities

1. Brand Analytics & Commercial Performance (Primary Focus)

• Track and analyze sell-in, sell-out, stock velocity, and retail inventory metrics across Market, Modern Trade, Traditional Trade, and HORECA channels.
• Monitor brand P&Ls, gross profit margins, trade spend ROI, and channel pricing structures.
• Partner with supply chain and warehouse teams on demand forecasting to maintain optimal inventory levels and mitigate near-expiry write-offs.
• Deliver monthly performance reports, category reviews, and competitor pricing benchmarks for management review.

2. Sourcing & Procurement Coordination

• Manage daily communications and operational relationships with international and local brand principals and suppliers.
• Review Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs), supplier lead times, and payment terms.
• Calculate total landed costs (including freight, customs, municipal registration, and local logistics) to establish target retail pricing and margin structures.

3. Commercial Strategy & Market Execution

• Support the rollout of annual go-to-market strategies, trade marketing campaigns, and promotional calendars.
• Collaborate with sales teams to evaluate listing opportunities, optimize share of shelf, and monitor in-store activations.
• Conduct regular market visits to identify emerging category trends, assortment gaps, and competitor maneuvers.

Candidate Profile & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or Finance (an MBA or relevant Master's degree is a distinct advantage).
• Experience: 2 to 4 years of hands-on FMCG or Food Distribution experience in the UAE/GCC, with proven exposure to brand analysis, commercial operations, or procurement coordination.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, inventory modeling, and commercial metrics analysis).
• Commercial Acumen: Strong financial literacy with demonstrated ability to analyze landed costs, gross margins, trade spend, and promotional ROI.
• Communication & Skills: Superior written and verbal English communication, alongside strong supplier negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Send your CV to: [email protected], 0555836185 (no phone call)

Pay: AED6,000.00 - AED8,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person