Retail Assets Director
Jeddah, Makkah
Parsons Corporation
Posted 7 days ago
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At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.
**Job Description:**
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented **Retail Assets Director** to join our team!
**What You'll Be Doing:**
+ Supporting the overall retail planning strategy.
+ Define and optimize tenant mix, zoning, and retail categories (luxury, F&B, entertainment, convenience, etc.).
+ Collaborate with design, development, and project management teams to ensure retail layouts align with commercial strategy.
+ Conduct market research and benchmarking to identify best practices, trends, and competitive positioning.
+ Integrate customer experience and footfall dynamics into retail planning.
+ Review design development drawings to ensure alignment with leasing and operational requirements.
+ Develop and execute the retail leasing strategy to secure high-quality tenants.
+ Support negotiations with anchor tenants, international brands, and local operators.
+ Develop relationships with retailers, franchise operators, and leasing agents.
+ Structure lease terms and commercial agreements that align with financial targets.
+ Drive pre-leasing activity to achieve milestones for project launches.
+ Implement entertainment and leisure strategies within retail destinations.
+ Curate a balanced mix of cinemas, family entertainment centers (FECs), leisure attractions, and seasonal activations.
+ Engage with entertainment operators, global brands, and local partners to deliver innovative experiences.
+ Collaborate with architects, consultants, and development partners to ensure commercial viability.
+ Provide input to the Director on leasing performance, tenant mix strategies, and market positioning.
**What Required Skills You'll Bring:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Architecture, Urban Planning, or related field (Master's preferred).
+ Minimum 10 years of experience in retail master planning and leasing within real estate developments, retail destinations, or shopping malls.
+ Proven track record of securing and managing anchor tenants, luxury brands, and F&B operators.
+ Understanding financial acumen with understanding of real estate investment and feasibility.
+ Good negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
+ Familiarity with international and regional retail market trends (particularly GCC experience is an advantage).
+ Strong proficiency in developing presentations and advanced Excel skills are essential.
+ Familiarity with CAD files is an added advantage.
**What Desired Skills You'll Bring:**
+ Strategic retail planning and tenant mix design.
+ Retail leasing strategy, negotiations, and execution.
+ Retail Commercial knowledge.
+ Relationship-building with retailers, developers, and investors.
+ Cross-functional collaboration.
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to .
About Us
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.
**Job Description:**
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented **Retail Assets Director** to join our team!
**What You'll Be Doing:**
+ Supporting the overall retail planning strategy.
+ Define and optimize tenant mix, zoning, and retail categories (luxury, F&B, entertainment, convenience, etc.).
+ Collaborate with design, development, and project management teams to ensure retail layouts align with commercial strategy.
+ Conduct market research and benchmarking to identify best practices, trends, and competitive positioning.
+ Integrate customer experience and footfall dynamics into retail planning.
+ Review design development drawings to ensure alignment with leasing and operational requirements.
+ Develop and execute the retail leasing strategy to secure high-quality tenants.
+ Support negotiations with anchor tenants, international brands, and local operators.
+ Develop relationships with retailers, franchise operators, and leasing agents.
+ Structure lease terms and commercial agreements that align with financial targets.
+ Drive pre-leasing activity to achieve milestones for project launches.
+ Implement entertainment and leisure strategies within retail destinations.
+ Curate a balanced mix of cinemas, family entertainment centers (FECs), leisure attractions, and seasonal activations.
+ Engage with entertainment operators, global brands, and local partners to deliver innovative experiences.
+ Collaborate with architects, consultants, and development partners to ensure commercial viability.
+ Provide input to the Director on leasing performance, tenant mix strategies, and market positioning.
**What Required Skills You'll Bring:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Architecture, Urban Planning, or related field (Master's preferred).
+ Minimum 10 years of experience in retail master planning and leasing within real estate developments, retail destinations, or shopping malls.
+ Proven track record of securing and managing anchor tenants, luxury brands, and F&B operators.
+ Understanding financial acumen with understanding of real estate investment and feasibility.
+ Good negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
+ Familiarity with international and regional retail market trends (particularly GCC experience is an advantage).
+ Strong proficiency in developing presentations and advanced Excel skills are essential.
+ Familiarity with CAD files is an added advantage.
**What Desired Skills You'll Bring:**
+ Strategic retail planning and tenant mix design.
+ Retail leasing strategy, negotiations, and execution.
+ Retail Commercial knowledge.
+ Relationship-building with retailers, developers, and investors.
+ Cross-functional collaboration.
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to .
About Us
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
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Commercial/Category Manager (Retail)
Jeddah, Makkah
Seerah
Posted today
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We are seeking a Commercial/Category Manager (Retail) to lead our category management function in Jeddah. This role will focus on maximizing customer engagement, driving category performance against financial and KPI targets, and ensuring that product ranges are effectively executed on the shop floor. The successful candidate will oversee one direct report and work closely with multiple stakeholders across the business.
Key Responsibilities:- Develop and manage assortment, category, and shelf planning strategies
- Drive initiatives to enhance customer experience (range, pricing, trends, and customer feedback)
- Handle purchasing, supplier agreements, and negotiations to optimize terms and profitability
- Analyze and evaluate promotional plans to maximize ROI and margins
- Ensure stock availability and merchandise presentation aligns with brand standards
- Lead, mentor, and motivate Category Assistant (1 FTE)
- Collaborate with Finance, Sales/Retail, Purchase, Logistics/Customs, Compliance, and IT teams to achieve targets
- Strong knowledge and/or interest in perfume, cosmetics, tobacco, confectionery, fashion, accessories, watches, and jewelry.
- Proven experience in category management, marketing, and retail execution
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills
- Proficient in ERP/SAP systems and MS Office
- Fluency in English (Arabic is an advantage)
- 1–2 years of relevant experience in Retail (preferably Travel Retail or FMC
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Marketing, or related field.
- 1–2 years of retail experience (Travel Retail/FMCG preferred).
- Competitive 10,000 SAR/month salary
- Leadership and career development opportunities
- Exposure to leading global and regional retail categories
- Professional and collaborative working environment
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