Head of Merchandising (Consumer Goods)

Monroe Consulting Group; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; USD 50.000 - 85.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global sports lifestyle brand is seeking a Head of Merchandising based in Jakarta. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in merchandising, strong leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of local market dynamics. This strategic role involves leading the merchandising team, shaping product strategies, and ensuring performance across various channels, including retail and e-commerce.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in merchandising in a relevant sector.
• Strong leadership skills with managing multiple product categories.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall merchandising strategy for Indonesia.
• Manage end-to-end seasonal planning and product mix.
• Analyze market trends and consumer insights to guide decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial Acumen

Analytical Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

Monroe Consulting Group is currently working with a leading global sports lifestyle brand. Our client is seeking a strategic and commercially driven Head of Merchandising. This role is critical in shaping product strategy, managing assortments, and driving performance across multiple channels, including retail, e-commerce, and wholesale. The position is based in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the overall merchandising strategy for Indonesia, aligned with global and regional direction
• Manage end-to-end seasonal planning, product mix, pricing, and assortment decisions
• Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and sales data to guide merchandising decisions
• Partner with cross-functional teams including marketing, retail operations, and demand planning
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing merchandising team
• Drive sell-through, margin, and inventory targets across all channels

Qualifications:

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in merchandising, preferably in a sports, fashion, or lifestyle brand
• Strong leadership and commercial acumen with a track record of managing multiple product categories
• Deep understanding of the local market and consumer behavior
• Experience across various distribution channels (retail, wholesale, e-commerce)
• Excellent analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills