Brand Manager

Brand Manager (Luggage)

Location: Dubai

Salary: AED 25,000–30,000 per month

The Opportunity

We are looking for a commercially minded Brand Manager to take ownership of a premium international luggage brand across the UAE market. This role combines brand management with distribution strategy, retail partnerships and commercial growth, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.

Working closely with international brand partners and major regional retailers, you will be responsible for growing market share, expanding distribution and ensuring best-in-class brand execution across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the commercial strategy for an international luggage brand.
• Build strong relationships with key retail partners including hypermarkets, department stores and travel retail.
• Negotiate trading terms, promotional opportunities and premium retail space with major accounts.
• Identify new distribution opportunities to grow brand presence.
• Manage relationships with international brand owners and global stakeholders.
• Oversee annual marketing budgets and commercial planning.
• Coordinate product launches, promotional campaigns and in-store activations.
• Work closely with sales teams, promoters and retail partners to maximise sell-through.
• Analyse sales performance, market trends and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Ensure consistent brand standards across all customer touchpoints.

About You

• 5–10 years experience in brand management or commercial brand leadership.
• Experience working with international consumer brands.
• Strong commercial negotiation and account management skills.
• Experience managing distribution through major retailers.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Confident working with international headquarters and global brand teams.
• Hands-on, proactive and comfortable working within an entrepreneurial business.

Preferred Industry Background

Experience within:

• Luggage
• Travel accessories
• Fashion accessories
• Lifestyle brands
• Consumer goods distribution