Merchandising Executive Manager

Kanmo Group; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in retail seeks a Business Planning Manager with a background in merchandising and strong analytical skills. This role involves driving sales, set KPIs, and collaboratively ensuring effective stock management while leading a dynamic team. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience, particularly with international brands, and a passion for sports.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years in Merchandising or buying roles.
• Exceptional fluency in English and Bahasa.
• Strong interest and passion for sports.

Responsibilities

• Manage KPI's for Sales and Margin to drive profitability.
• Regular monitoring of sales & margin against business plan.
• Mentor & coach the team for development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Job description

Job Description :

• Business Planning (Sales, Margin, Profit)
• Set and manage KPI's for Sales and Margin, OTB's, Stock Cover, Aging, Supply Chain to drive profitability of the Brand
• Regular monitoring of sales & margin (both actual & forecast) against concept business plan to identify problem areas and thereby prepare action plan
• Regular review of sales & stock KPI’s such as BP, LFL, Stock Turn, Sell through, Covers, Ideal Stock, Closing Stock, Markdown Spend, Ageing stock, etc.
• Review allocation & distribution strategy to secure the right assortment across the graded stores and thereby align sales & stock mix across categories
• Review Commercial calendar to identify upcoming campaigns & collabs and thereby prepare range planning to secure effective launch
• Liaise with VM team for timely implementation of campaign assets
• Review merchandise allocation strategy & department grading based on forecasted sales & intakes
• Regular meeting with brand Principal. Initiate Business review meetings monthly & quarterly with Brand Principal
• Prepare & manage stock build plan for effective launch of new store openings
• Prepare Pricing, Markdown & Promotional strategies for the concept
• Sign off on Monthly TDD’s based on forward sales plan
• Buy plan analysis to determine high/low closing stock department and thereby review their respective OTB’s based on left to act
• New Store Opening – mapping & allocation plan to secure launch
• Set & drive the team’s daily routines & priorities, ensure the deadlines are met
• Mentor & Coach the team and thereby groom them to the next level

Requirements :

• Minimum 5-8 years of retail experience in Merchandising, buying roles and have handled any International brands, apparel or footwear category
• Has good analytical skill and excellent interpersonal skill; exceptionally fluent in
• English
• Proactive with a dynamic personality and strong leadership and collaborative skills, as well as the ability to demonstrate strategic thinking and strong problem solving skills in order to drive the business performance
• Has a strong interest and love for sports
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English and Bahasa are must