Merchandiser and Product Development Executive

Merchandiser and Product Development Executive

Job Description:

Location: West

Working hours: 8am - 5:30pm (Monday to Friday)

Salary: Up to $3,300

Merchandiser and Product Development Executive

Responsibilities

Merchandise Strategy, Product Planning and Analysis

• Develop relevant and competitive product lines through the application of global and local retail and fashion trends.
• Develop consistent and regular plans and set directions for both long and short term, ensuring that products and budgets align with the company’s organizational goals and business strategies.
• Set financial targets and implement merchandising strategies and assortment mix to achieve planned sales, profitability, inventory, and all other controllable elements of set targets.
• Analyze performance of various portfolios and ensure good management of inventory control.
• Seek and develop business opportunities by expanding existing business or creating new areas; identify profitable and non-profitable product lines and make necessary changes.
• Conceptualize and develop new ideas/concepts in line with customer profile and market trends.
• Build strong partnerships with all business partners, negotiate favorable terms, and build strategic alliances to ensure business objectives are met.
• Manage and monitor retail sell-through and inventory levels, coordinating with the supply chain to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Assist in costing of merchandise and planning of product launches; plan and execute merchandising strategies to maximize sales.
• Coordinate closely with vendors to ensure timely delivery of merchandise.
• Prepare periodic reports analyzing sales turnover and consumer trends to achieve sales objectives.

Branding & Marketing

• Develop and set direction on marketing strategies for each product line.
• Define merchandise presentation and provide clear briefs to visual and operations teams to ensure correct interpretation in all stores.

Operations

• Initiate a close working relationship with store operations to ensure clear understanding of merchandising strategy and effective execution at the front line.
• Establish product knowledge training schedules for each department.

Requirements

• Minimum Diploma in Merchandising.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a related field.
• Creative, resourceful, and independent.
• Effective cost understanding and management.
• Effective negotiation and communication skills.
• Interest in gifts and collectibles.

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