Senior Merchandiser- Textile Experience

Company Description SEKEM Group, founded in 1977, is a leading producer, processor, and marketer of organic and biodynamic groceries, dried foods, textiles, and natural pharmaceuticals serving Egypt, the wider Arab region, and international markets. Structured as a holding company with multiple firms and an active NGO branch, SEKEM integrates economic success with strong social engagement. Through organizations such as the Society for Cultural Development in Egypt and the Egyptian BioDynamic Association, SEKEM promotes human development, scientific research, and cultural initiatives. The SEKEM Development Foundation runs schools, vocational training centers, and medical services, and the group is recognized for introducing biodynamic farming to the Arab region. With more than 2,000 team members, over 800 associated farms cultivating 6,500 acres, and headquarters in Cairo, Egypt, SEKEM is a national market leader in herbal teas and sustainable agriculture.Role Description The Senior Merchandiser – Textile Experience role is a full-time, on-site position based in Az Zaqāzīq. This role focuses on managing textile product assortments, coordinating with suppliers and production teams, and ensuring product availability and presentation align with SEKEM’s brand and quality standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include planning and implementing merchandising strategies, analyzing sales and inventory data, and optimizing product mix for retail and wholesale channels. The Senior Merchandiser will collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and retail teams to support promotional campaigns, monitor customer feedback, and identify opportunities for new textile lines. The role also involves maintaining strong relationships with key partners, overseeing pricing and margin targets, and contributing to long-term growth plans for SEKEM’s textile segment.QualificationsCommunication and Customer Service skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and build strong relationships with clients and partners.Sales and Retail experience, including merchandising, inventory management, and understanding of consumer buying behavior in textile or apparel sectors.Marketing skills, particularly in supporting product launches, promotions, and brand positioning for textile products.Proven experience in textile merchandising or a closely related field, ideally in organic or sustainable products.Strong analytical abilities to interpret sales data, forecast demand, and make informed assortment and pricing decisions.Organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Proficiency in MS Office and basic ERP or inventory management systems; familiarity with retail analytics tools is an advantage.Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Textile Engineering, Fashion Merchandising, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.