Commercial Director - Retail Strategy and Brand Growth Riyadh

Apparel Group

  • Riyadh
  • SAR 30,000-40,000 per month
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Commercial Director - Retail Strategy and Brand Growth RiyadhRole SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Commercial Director to lead strategic retail growth and brand development in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This high-impact leadership role is responsible for overseeing business planning, sales, marketing, retail operations, and brand partnerships across multiple lifestyle and fashion labels. Ideal candidates will bring deep retail expertise, a strong commercial mindset, and the ability to align global brand vision with local market performance.Job DetailsJob Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Industry: Retail
Function: Business / Strategic Management
Salary: 30000-40000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Saudi Arabia preferred
Job Type: Full TimeWhat You'll Do
  • Define and execute long-term commercial strategies for assigned brands or business units in line with group goals
  • Oversee retail operations, buying, merchandising, marketing, and sales performance across the Saudi Arabia region
  • Lead new brand launches, concept innovations, and expansion initiatives, including new store approvals and rollouts
  • Evaluate market trends, customer insights, and competitive landscape to guide pricing, merchandising, and marketing
  • Drive annual business planning and budgeting to meet revenue, margin, and growth targets
  • Foster strategic alignment with international brand principals, maintaining compliance and reporting standards
  • Build and mentor cross-functional teams to ensure high performance and succession readiness
  • Collaborate with HR and operations to reduce attrition, develop talent, and manage staffing needs
  • Ensure seamless customer experience by aligning in-store and digital channel strategies
  • Champion loyalty initiatives such as Club Apparel to drive customer engagement and retention
Ideal Profile
  • 12-15 years of progressive retail experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership capacity
  • Proven success in business transformation, retail expansion, and brand performance management
  • Strong financial and strategic planning skills with hands-on understanding of the Saudi retail market
  • Experience managing large-scale teams across retail, merchandising, and marketing functions
  • Confident communicator and negotiator, able to manage key principal and stakeholder relationships
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, or related field; MBA preferred
Why Join Us
  • Lead some of the world's most recognized lifestyle and fashion brands in a fast-evolving Saudi retail market
  • Collaborate with international teams and shape the future of omnichannel retail in Riyadh and beyond
  • Enjoy a leadership role with impact, autonomy, and high visibility across the organization
About the CompanyApparel Group is a global fashion and lifestyle retail conglomerate with headquarters in Dubai and a rapidly growing presence across Saudi Arabia. Operating over 1,750 stores and 75+ brands across fashion, footwear, beauty, and F and B, we represent names like Aldo, Skechers, Tommy Hilfiger, Rituals, and Tim Hortons. Our focus on digital transformation, customer loyalty, and regional expansion makes us one of the fastest-growing retail employers in the GCC.Job Title Commercial Director - Retail Strategy and Brand Growth Riyadh
Job Description Commercial Director - Retail Strategy and Brand Growth RiyadhRole SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Commercial Director to lead strategic retail growth and brand development in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This high-impact leadership role is responsible for overseeing business planning, sales, marketing, retail operations, and brand partnerships across multiple lifestyle and fashion labels. Ideal candidates will bring deep retail expertise, a strong commercial mindset, and the ability to align global brand vision with local market performance.Job DetailsJob Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Industry: Retail
Function: Business / Strategic Management
Salary: 30000-40000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Saudi Arabia preferred
Job Type: Full TimeWhat You'll Do
  • Define and execute long-term commercial strategies for assigned brands or business units in line with group goals
  • Oversee retail operations, buying, merchandising, marketing, and sales performance across the Saudi Arabia region
  • Lead new brand launches, concept innovations, and expansion initiatives, including new store approvals and rollouts
  • Evaluate market trends, customer insights, and competitive landscape to guide pricing, merchandising, and marketing
  • Drive annual business planning and budgeting to meet revenue, margin, and growth targets
  • Foster strategic alignment with international brand principals, maintaining compliance and reporting standards
  • Build and mentor cross-functional teams to ensure high performance and succession readiness
  • Collaborate with HR and operations to reduce attrition, develop talent, and manage staffing needs
  • Ensure seamless customer experience by aligning in-store and digital channel strategies
  • Champion loyalty initiatives such as Club Apparel to drive customer engagement and retention
Ideal Profile
  • 12-15 years of progressive retail experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership capacity
  • Proven success in business transformation, retail expansion, and brand performance management
  • Strong financial and strategic planning skills with hands-on understanding of the Saudi retail market
  • Experience managing large-scale teams across retail, merchandising, and marketing functions
  • Confident communicator and negotiator, able to manage key principal and stakeholder relationships
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, or related field; MBA preferred
Why Join Us
  • Lead some of the world's most recognized lifestyle and fashion brands in a fast-evolving Saudi retail market
  • Collaborate with international teams and shape the future of omnichannel retail in Riyadh and beyond
  • Enjoy a leadership role with impact, autonomy, and high visibility across the organization
About the CompanyApparel Group is a global fashion and lifestyle retail conglomerate with headquarters in Dubai and a rapidly growing presence across Saudi Arabia. Operating over 1,750 stores and 75+ brands across fashion, footwear, beauty, and F and B, we represent names like Aldo, Skechers, Tommy Hilfiger, Rituals, and Tim Hortons. Our focus on digital transformation, customer loyalty, and regional expansion makes us one of the fastest-growing retail employers in the GCC.
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