Riyaz Salati

Riyaz Salati is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in merchandise planning and supply chain management, currently serving as the Director of Merchandise Planning at Chalhoub Group since April 2011. In this role, Riyaz drives the Merchandise Category Planning Strategy, managing stakeholder collaboration and leading the Open-To-Buy process to align purchasing strategies with business objectives. Previous positions at Chalhoub Group include Senior Manager for Supply Chain & Merchandise Planning, Manager of Merchandise Planning, Senior Merchandise Planner, and Inventory Analyst, where Riyaz successfully established efficient supply chain processes and optimized product assortments. Prior experience at Al Tayer Group as a General Accountant involved financial reporting and budget preparation. Riyaz holds an MBA in Operations and Supply Chain Management from Middlesex University Dubai and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Kashmir.