Assistant Merchandising Manager

Job Description:

• Working with stores & other merchandisers to plan the annual and monthly purchase
• Responsible for retail buying for all the chain stores in Malaysia
• Analyze and evaluate potential sell-through of product by brand and stock item, determine desired inventory level, and place PO (Purchase Order) with brand principal (BP) to meet demand and to maintain required level of inventory
• Forecasting sell-through and managing purchase across all brands
• Generate sales and inventory reports
• Overseeing levels & distribution of stock on shops level
• Recommending and executing stock promotions / price reductions as appropriate
• Liaising with operations, marketing and creative departments to launch and execute events/sales etc.
• Increase top-line and bottom-line growth on a per-store and Business Unit level
• Updating merchandise and product category mix according to customer demands and retail environment
• Fulfilling of e-commerce orders
• Uploading of new products
• Liaising with marketing for new product launches

Requirements:

• Minimum of a Diploma or Bachelor's Degree, with at least 5 years of relevant experience preferred
• Strong commercial awareness
• Ability to thrive under pressure
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and numerical abilities
• Solid administrative, IT, and organizational skills
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel