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Head Of Merchandising - Fashion & Retail

RM 7,000 - RM 10,000 / Per Mon

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Strategic Head of Merchandising to oversee the entire merchandising department. This leadership role will be responsible for managing all category managers and guiding the overall merchandising strategy to maximize product availability, profitability, and customer satisfaction across our retail channels.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop and implement the overarching merchandising strategy to align with company goals, ensuring a cohesive approach across all brands and categories.
  • Lead, mentor, and support category managers, fostering a high-performance culture focused on collaboration and continuous improvement.
  • Oversee the planning and forecasting processes to accurately predict future product demands, ensuring optimal inventory levels to meet financial objectives.
  • Establish pricing strategies and margin targets across all product categories to maximize revenue and profitability while remaining competitive in the market.
  • Liaise with Procurement, Marketing, and Operations to ensure alignment on product sourcing, launch strategies, and promotional activities.
  • Monitor in-season performance metrics and conduct regular reviews with category managers to make informed adjustments to merchandise plans.
  • Ensure effective product allocation and distribution across retail locations to maximize sales potential while minimizing excess inventory.
  • Gather and analyze customer feedback and market trends to inform product development and merchandising decisions.
  • Drive initiatives to optimize processes and enhance the efficiency of the merchandising team, using data-driven insights for decision-making.

Job Requirement

  • Minimum of 5 years in merchandising, with at least 2 years in a leadership role within the retail industry, preferably in fashion.
  • Exceptional analytical capabilities with a strong understanding of financial metrics, sales forecasting, and inventory management.
  • Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong business acumen with an entrepreneurial spirit, able to identify opportunities for growth and innovation.
  • Advanced skills in Excel and familiarity with power BI.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex data and concepts clearly to stakeholders at all levels.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: RM7,000.00 - RM10,000.00 per month

Benefits:

  • Professional development

Experience:

  • Merchandising: 6 years (Preferred)
  • Fashion & Retail: 5 years (Preferred)