Head of Buying & Merchandising (Sports/Fashion)

KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leading and overseeing the buying and merchandising department.
• Maintaining relationships with suppliers and establishing new contracts with vendors.
• Overseeing the purchasing and logistics of the products.
• Keeping abreast of competitors and the new products on the market.
• Overseeing the planning and implementation of merchandising strategies.
• Creating eye-catching store layouts that showcase the brand and aesthetic of the company.
• Negotiating the costs of inventory for multiple stores.
• Preparing annual and quarterly budgets, and presenting them to the relevant stakeholders.
• Tracking inventory movement and systematically introducing promotions, sales, price changes, etc.
• Identifying trends and monitoring supply and demand.
• Collaborating with the marketing department to brainstorm new projects, campaigns, and business ideas.
• Interpreting sales reports and guiding how to improve figures and customer engagement.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Management, Retail, or a related field is a bonus.
• A minimum of 7-8 years experience in a managerial position.
• Great computer skills and proficiency in programs such as MS Office.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Sounds knowledge of logistics and distribution.
• Must be creative and detail-orientated.
• Good market researching and networking skills.
• Great understanding of retail products and consumer trends.
• Strong analytical thinking abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willing to work in Damansara Heights.