Merchandise Manager (Retail Industry/ B2C )
Private Advertiser
Description
Responsibilities
Oversee product category allocation and ensure optimal assortment planning aligned with category mix and range strategies.
Plan merchandise assortments with a strong focus on product mix, range planning, and market needs.
Analyse pricing strategies and evaluate their impact on sales performance and profit margins.
Drive gross margin improvements through effective supplier negotiations.
Liaise with suppliers on promotional initiatives and ensure timely stock deliveries.
Formulate strategies to manage slow-moving items and improve overall sell-through rates.
Prepare accurate sales and profit forecasts, and manage budgets to support key business objectives.
Ensure timely replenishment of top-selling items to meet customer demand.
Manage inventory efficiently by monitoring stock movement, identifying potential stockouts, and optimizing inventory turnover.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders across departments to execute promotion strategies in alignment with product launches.
Review and analyse sales reports to identify performance trends, highlight improvement areas, and recommend strategic actions to boost sales.
Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities.
Perform regular store visits to ensure compliance with the company’s merchandising standards.
Plan and execute store promotions for renovations, openings, and closures; manage Back-to-School (BTS) orders; and support offsite events and new store setups to ensure smooth retail operations.
Assist in the execution of events, campaigns, and merchandising-related administrative tasks.
Undertake any other duties assigned by the Reporting Officer as required.
Requirements
Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or related fields.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role with a proven track record in retail category management
Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
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