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Mohamed Imran

Mohamed Imran

Biyagama,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Strongly creative VM leader with 16+ years in fashion retail, driving brands forward through innovative visual concepts and strategies. Proven track record of 60+ successful store openings, extensive experience in training & team development, and expertise in VM budget management. Recognized for being an excellent communicator and delivering impactful retail experiences that elevate brand identity and commercial results.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

KSA - Visual Merchandising Manager (Head Of VM)

Landmark Arabia - Centrepoint
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01.2019 - 08.2025


Key Responsibilities

  • 🏬 Lead VM for 91 Stores across Saudi Arabia
  • 🎯 Ensure Brand Consistency in all VM plans & executions
  • 🎨 Align with Concept (DXB) on approvals for artwork, panels, backlits & signage
  • πŸ’° Budget Management – OPEX & CAPEX (SAR 5M) + non-trading items
  • πŸ“‘ Reporting – Monthly VM reports for Concept HQ (DXB)
  • πŸ‘€ Store Audits & Visits – Monitor VM standards & provide improvement plans
  • πŸ” Trend & Competitor Analysis to keep VM innovative & relevant
  • πŸ“˜ Develop KSA-Specific VM Guidelines in line with DXB standards
  • πŸ› οΈ Window & DΓ©cor Rollouts executed as per global brand guidelines
  • πŸ—£οΈ Communication Network – Ensure HO updates reach all stores
  • πŸ‘₯ Team Leadership – Manage, train & recruit in-store VM teams
  • πŸ“ˆ Set KPIs & Appraisals for VM staff to drive accountability
  • πŸŽ“ Training Programs – Space planning, store layouts, VM standards & techniques
  • 🀝 Collaboration – Work with Marketing & Operations for seamless rollouts

Area Visual Merchandising Manager

Landmark Arabia - Centrepoint
Jeddah, Western Region
01.2018 - 12.2018


Key Responsibilities

  • 🏬 Lead VM for 25 Stores in Western KSA
  • πŸ‘₯ Team Leadership – Manage, train & develop in-store VM staff
  • πŸ“‹ Team Planning & Feedback to drive performance
  • 🀝 Collaboration – Work with Territory Ops & KSA VM Manager for rollouts
  • πŸ—οΈ New Store Openings – Coordinate with Projects team for planning & setup
  • πŸ“‘ Weekly Reports – Competitor updates & store performance to HO

🎨 Creative VM Solutions – Drive innovation to maximize market share

  • πŸ’° Optimize Budgets – Plan tasks to minimize costs & maximize productivity
  • πŸŽ“ Training Programs – Standards, space planning & store layouts
  • πŸ“ˆ Measure Impact – Evaluate merchandising action plans for commercial & visual results
  • 🎯 Execute Brand VM Strategy – Ensure conceptualization & execution in line with Centrepoint standards

Area Visual Merchandising Manager

New Look - Landmark International
Western Region & Southern Region, Saudi Arabia
12.2010 - 12.2017

(New Look, Yours London & Funky Fish – 19 Stores, Western & Southern KSA)


Key Responsibilities

  • 🏬 Lead VM for 16 New Look, 2 Yours London & 1 Funky Fish stores
  • πŸ“ Optimize Store Space – Effective utilization of layouts & displays
  • 🀝 Collaboration – Worked with management & marketing to boost sales
  • 🎯 Commercial Strategy – Recommended brand, price point & buying depth plans
  • πŸ›οΈ Visual Execution – Floor moves, windows, mannequins in line with brand guidelines
  • πŸ“Š Business Alignment – Coordinated with retail channels on overall plans
  • πŸ“ Performance Reporting – Markdown strategies, sales trends & competitor insights
  • πŸ–¨οΈ Supplier Coordination – Print & production of POS, props & visual elements
  • πŸŽ“ Training & Development – Seasonal VM training for store managers & VM teams
  • πŸš€ VM Strategy Development – Reviewed objectives vs. KPIs to achieve commercial goals

Area Visual Merchandiser

New Look - Landmark International
Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia
03.2008 - 11.2010


Key Responsibilities

  • 🏬 Managed VM for key Riyadh stores: Khurais Plaza, Gallery Mall, Exit 14, Othaim Mall, Salaam Mall & Hayath Mall
  • 🎨 Ensured brand-standard visual merchandising execution across stores
  • πŸ‘₯ Coordinated with store teams to deliver impactful windows, mannequins & layouts
  • πŸ“Š Supported regional campaigns and rollouts with timely implementation

Education

Diploma - Information Technology

KUWAITI TECHNOLOGIES (PVT) LTD

Certificate - Information & Communication Technology

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION & HIGHER EDUCATION

Ordinary levels - Islam, Maths, English, Commerce, Science

AlMubarakNational College
01.2002 - 12.2002

Advance levels - Commerce, Business Study, Economic, English

AlMubarakNational College
01.2003 - 12.2005

Skills

🎯 Key Skills & Strengths

πŸ›οΈ Retail & VM Expertise

  • Space Planning & Visual Planning
  • Window DΓ©cor Simulations & Concepts
  • Fashion & Retail Market Knowledge
  • Commercial Decision-Making

🎨 Creative & Design

  • Graphic Design
  • Presentation & Communication Skills
  • Sense of Style & Innovation
  • Creative Problem-Solving

πŸ‘₯ Leadership & Collaboration

  • Team Leadership & People Management
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Training & Development

πŸ“Š Business & Execution

  • Cost Containment & Budget Awareness
  • Detail-Oriented & Deadline-Driven
  • Adaptability & Continuous Improvement

Accomplishments

  • Best store of the visit 2017 - GCC stores
  • Best territory of the visit - GCC stores

Languages

English
Fluent
Arabic
Intermediate
Tamil
Native
Sinhala
Fluent

Custom

  • Mr. Saeed Ahmed, Landmark Group, Head of Visual Merchandising KSA, (2013-2018), New Look/Centrepoint - Line Manager, 00966569556560
  • Mr. Nizar Jaballah, Landmark Group, Head of Visual Merchandising KSA, (2015 -2016), New Look - Line Manager, +212645849370
  • Mr. Shafraz Zavahir, Landmark Group, Reginal Operation Head - Jeddah & Dammam, (2018 - 2019), Centrepoint- Line Manager, +966568703410

Affiliations

  • 🏏 Playing & watching cricket – teamwork, strategy & focus
  • 🎣 Fishing – patience, relaxation & attention to detail
  • ✈️ Travelling – exploring cultures, gaining inspiration & broadening perspectives

Timeline

KSA - Visual Merchandising Manager (Head Of VM)

Landmark Arabia - Centrepoint
01.2019 - 08.2025

Area Visual Merchandising Manager

Landmark Arabia - Centrepoint
01.2018 - 12.2018

Area Visual Merchandising Manager

New Look - Landmark International
12.2010 - 12.2017

Area Visual Merchandiser

New Look - Landmark International
03.2008 - 11.2010

Advance levels - Commerce, Business Study, Economic, English

AlMubarakNational College
01.2003 - 12.2005

Ordinary levels - Islam, Maths, English, Commerce, Science

AlMubarakNational College
01.2002 - 12.2002

Certificate - Information & Communication Technology

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION & HIGHER EDUCATION

Diploma - Information Technology

KUWAITI TECHNOLOGIES (PVT) LTD
Mohamed Imran