Job Description

 Position Responsibilities

This role will be responsible to assist with merchandise strategy and execution across multiple markets. This role oversees product development, assortment planning, supplier relationships, and in-store or digital merchandise programs to drive brand engagement and incremental revenue, while unlocking opportunities for merchandise-led growth in local and global markets.

Strategic Merchandise Development

• Lead end-to-end merchandise strategy for the region, aligned with brand positioning, seasonal campaigns, and customer insights.
• Partner with creative, marketing, and operations teams to ensure merchandise supports brand storytelling and business goals.
• Coordinate regional merchandise launches and ensure alignment across markets.

Product Development Cycles

• Oversee product development cycles — from concept to launch — for branded merchandise, packaging, and limited editions.
• Develop and maintain merchandise catalogues for product portfolios, inclusive of Product Development Go-to-market plans and visual merchandising displays.
• Analyze sales performance, market trends, and customer feedback to optimize assortments and identify new product opportunities.
• Conduct market and trend analysis to recommend new product ideas and optimize existing ranges.

External Supplier Management

• Manage supplier sourcing, contract negotiation, production timelines, and quality control in collaboration with procurement.

Internal Inventory Management

• Maintain a centralized system for product specs, timelines, and vendor communications.
• Review sales data and inventory reports to recommend adjustments to merchandise plans.
• Monitor inventory levels, logistics, and distribution to ensure availability and minimize excess.
• Ensure timely delivery of merchandise and resolve issues in production or quality with QA/QC team.

Job Requirements

 Qualification and Experience: 

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Industrial Design or equivalent
• Min. 3-7 years in Retail Merchandising role
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Analytical skills require (sales & inventory reporting).
• Basic understanding of retail merchandising and product development processes.
• Knowledge of supplier coordination and production timelines.
• Proactive and self-driven.
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through.

a Necessity, not a Luxury 

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