Merchandising Lead — Buying, Sourcing & Assortment

Hong Kong POPJOY Digital Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong POPJOY Digital Limited is seeking a commercially minded merchandising professional to manage product sourcing, buying and assortment planning across retail stores and KA channels. You will develop strategies, negotiate with suppliers and drive data-driven decisions to optimise margins and sell-through.

You will regularly analyse sales and inventory, plan stock reconciliations and coordinate with HQ to ensure timely launches.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant retail buying, merchandising or category management experience.
• Designer toys, collectibles, lifestyle products or related categories is a plus.
• Established supplier network is preferred.
• Strong market awareness, product judgement and analytical skills.
• Hands-on, commercially driven and well-organised with strong communication skills.
• Good command of Chinese and English; Cantonese and Putonghua preferred.
• Immediate or short-notice availability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute buying and assortment plans based on market trends, customer preferences and business objectives.
• Leverage supplier relationships and develop new sourcing channels; negotiate prices, terms and delivery schedules.
• Analyse sales, margins and inventory; lead replenishment, stock allocation and promotions.
• Plan and complete stocktakes, stock reconciliation and reporting to company standards.
• Manage product selection, quotations and supply for KA channels to meet sales, sell-through and margin targets.
• Prepare buying budgets, demand forecasts and purchase proposals for management approval.
• Coordinate with Headquarters, retail operations, logistics and other departments to ensure timely product launches and supply.
• Prepare weekly and monthly management reports.
• Support ad hoc market needs projects.

Skills

Retail buying

Merchandising

Category management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

Hong Kong POPJOY Digital Limited is seeking a commercially minded merchandising professional to manage product sourcing, buying and assortment planning across retail stores and KA channels. You will develop strategies, negotiate with suppliers and drive data-driven decisions to optimise margins and sell-through.

You will regularly analyse sales and inventory, plan stock reconciliations and coordinate with HQ to ensure timely launches.