Senior Merchandiser & Buyer

Full time

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• Monitor and maintain stock levels across all outlets to meet demand.
• Ensure timely restocking of fast-selling items and manage slow-moving inventory.
• Coordinate with suppliers and warehouses for smooth stock replenishment.
• Source and select sportswear and retail products aligned with Original Classic’s brand identity and customer preferences.
• Evaluate supplier offerings for quality, pricing, and delivery timelines.
• Negotiate costs, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to maximize cost efficiency.
• Analyze sales reports to understand product performance and identify trends.
• Propose strategies to boost sales and address underperforming product categories.
• Research competitor pricing, product offerings, and promotions.
• Gather customer feedback to refine product selection and identify new opportunities.
• Ensure all products meet the Original Classic quality standards.
• Address and resolve issues with defective or substandard goods in collaboration with suppliers.
• Work closely with store teams to ensure smooth stock management and merchandising efforts.
• Align purchasing activities with marketing campaigns and promotional strategies.
• Prepare reports on inventory, sales performance, and procurement activities.
• Highlight key achievements and recommend actionable improvements for future operations.

Job Requirement

1. Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, Marketing, or a related field.
• Diploma holders with relevant experience may also be considered.

2. Experience:

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in merchandising, buying, or a related role in retail, preferably in the sportswear industry.
• Proven track record in inventory management, product sourcing, and supplier negotiations.

3. Skills:

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze sales data, market trends, and inventory reports to make informed decisions.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong ability to negotiate costs, contracts, and delivery terms with suppliers.
• Organizational Skills: Proficient in managing multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication for liaising with suppliers, team members, and management.
• Attention to Detail: Strong focus on quality assurance and accuracy in reporting.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, inventory management systems, and other relevant software.

4. Knowledge:

• In-depth understanding of retail operations, especially in the sportswear segment.
• Familiarity with market trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities in the retail industry.
• Knowledge of supply chain and inventory management practices.

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Retail & Consumer Products 51-100 employees

Our Mission

Original Classic seeks to become a brand that blends sport with lifestyle influences harmoniously, and to strive for a better future.

Our Vision Statement

To become the leading sport-lifestyle retail company in Malaysia, as well as overseas. We are committed to achieve this goal by fulfilling consumers’ needs through creativity, integrity and affordability. We hope to make Original Classic a household name in the field of sports and lifestyle retail.

Our Story

Founded in the year 2005, ORIGINAL CLASSIC HOLDINGS set up its first outlet at Berjaya Times Square in Malaysia. Starting out as a back-end operation in Malaysia’s sport footwear and apparel industry, we provided merchandising, trading and supplying to retailers and distributors.

Our Values

Original Classic believes nothing is more important than a happy and satisfied customer. We continue to maintain high standards of product quality and innovation, just as we have done so in the past. We will work towards constant improvement of business processes in order to offer our customers greater value, and provide the best service possible.