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Education
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Samir Khan

Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong background in merchandise planning and buying, complemented by hands-on experience in the fitness industry. Passionate about promoting wellness through strategic retail initiatives and customer-centric solutions. Seeking to leverage expertise in product curation, inventory optimization, and fitness lifestyle trends to contribute to a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, health, and performance. Committed to driving growth by aligning brand vision with consumer needs in both retail and wellness sectors.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Merch Planning & Buying Manager

Leejam Sports Company – Fitness Time
Riyadh, K.S.A
12.2021 - 08.2025
  • Attended trade shows obtaining knowledge of latest industry trends and products offerings.
  • Introduce Sportswear, Activewear, F&B & other commercial section.
  • Conducted market research for effective sourcing strategy development.
  • Strategized purchasing plans to meet sales forecasts.
  • Negotiated with suppliers to achieve favorable trade credit conditions.
  • Improved product availability by streamlining replenishment process.
  • Led contract negotiations for better pricing and payment terms.
  • Used trend data and financial forecasts to establish accurate budgets aligned with operational needs.
  • Managed tenant relations and ensured high satisfaction levels
  • Negotiated lease agreements and renewals with commercial clients.
  • Analyzed market trends to optimize occupancy rates and rental income
  • Used unified contract to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Buying & Merchandise Manager

Al Rajhi First Retail
Riyadh, K.S.A
05.2018 - 12.2021
  • Brands: Multiple Turkish Brands

Senior Merchandiser

Fawaz. A. Alhokair Fashion Retail
Riyadh, K.S.A
06.2013 - 05.2018
  • Brands: Wallis, Miss Selfridge (Arcadia Group), Garage & Dynamite (GDI Group)

Merchandise Planner

Kamal Osman Jamjoom LLC
Dubai, U.A.E
11.2011 - 02.2013
  • Brands: Bebe & List

Junior Merchandiser

Fawaz. A. Alhokair Fashion Retail
Riyadh, K.S.A
12.2006 - 09.2011
  • Brands: New Yorker & Jennyfer

Education

B. Com - Commerce

University of Karachi
Riyadh

12th - Commerce

Ali Ali Boys Secondary School
karachi

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Forecasting accuracy
  • Competitor analysis capability
  • Brand development understanding
  • Knowledge of ERP systems
  • Influential communication
  • Microsoft excel expertise
  • Supplier evaluation techniques
  • Supply chain management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Supplier management

Certification

  • Team Leadership and Problem Solving - Ilm
  • Drive for results – Ilm
  • Fitness for non-fitness - Ilm
  • English Language Course - British Council.
  • Diploma in Merchandizing - Student Vision

Affiliations

  • Strength Training, Racing Competition such as Marathon, Participate as judge in athletes competitions.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Fitness Industry Achievements:

- Introduce supplement shops within club to provide all supplment solution within a clubs.

- Open self service machines such as fresh proteins, juices etc.


Fashion Retail Achievements:

- Introduced a German brand (New Yorker) to the Saudi Arabian market, contributing to its successful market entry and brand recognition contract.

- Opened  10 Stores in KSA & 2 Stores in Dubai within one year timeline.

Timeline

Merch Planning & Buying Manager

Leejam Sports Company – Fitness Time
12.2021 - 08.2025

Buying & Merchandise Manager

Al Rajhi First Retail
05.2018 - 12.2021

Senior Merchandiser

Fawaz. A. Alhokair Fashion Retail
06.2013 - 05.2018

Merchandise Planner

Kamal Osman Jamjoom LLC
11.2011 - 02.2013

Junior Merchandiser

Fawaz. A. Alhokair Fashion Retail
12.2006 - 09.2011

B. Com - Commerce

University of Karachi

12th - Commerce

Ali Ali Boys Secondary School

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