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GMG; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global well-being company seeks a Product Specialist to support category management in Kuala Lumpur. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in product buying and brand management, especially in sports and lifestyle products. Responsibilities include budget management, product performance analysis, and strategic alignment with consumer trends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience, including 3 years in product buying.
• Proven track record in leading brand/category management.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for numbers.

Responsibilities

• Support the Category Manager by managing budgets and product performances.
• Formulate buying plans and budgets based on historical trends.
• Monitor brand/category sales performance and market trends.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Excel

Education

Tertiary qualification in a business-related field

Job description

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GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing, and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties, and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Timberland, Vans, and The North Face.

About the role:

Support the Category Manager by selecting and delivering balanced, coordinated product ranges as per the strategic buying plans for the category. A product specialist leading consumer right assortments, managing budgets, analyzing product performance in detail, and successfully managing execution across all relevant marketplaces. Working alongside the Category Manager, influencing product and category strategies to maximize sales and sell-through effectively.

Responsibilities:

Formulate buying plans and budgets for assigned brand/category based on comprehensive analysis of historical trends and future forecasts.

Develop buying plans focused on consumer-centric brand/category lines to maintain profitability and SKU efficiency.

Align buying plans with overall business unit strategy as directed by the Category Manager.

Monitor brand/category sales performance, market trends, and competitor activities to identify critical business factors and propose action plans.

Analyze actual sales results to plan and forecast in-season sales/inventories, driving sales and profitability targets.

Manage placement of orders and ensure merchandise delivery according to plan and service level agreements.

Identify buying opportunities to maintain a competitive edge through constant renegotiation.

Communicate and follow up on product requirements and findings obtained from sales/store data.

Stay updated on buying trends and discuss potential realignment with the Category Manager.

Develop periodic reports on consumer behavior and trends to facilitate product decisions.

Supervise and guide the buying team's day-to-day activities and participate in capacity planning for smooth product supply.

In order to succeed in the role, you should ideally have:

Tertiary qualification in a business-related field.

Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience, including 3 years in product buying.

Proven track record in leading brand/category management, especially in sports/footwear/fashion/active lifestyle products.

Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for numbers.

Exceptional stakeholder management abilities.

Proficient in Excel.

Additional application questions include:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?

Retail & Consumer Products, 101-1,000 employees

A global well-being company with 120+ brands across 12 countries and over 10,000+ employees. We are GMG, Born to Win!

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing, and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties, and logistics sectors. On a mission to inspire others to live well and win in ways that make the world better.

With a diversified portfolio of leading sports and over 650 stores globally, inspiring and empowering active lifestyles is at the core of what we do. Our global portfolio features both home-grown concepts and international powerhouse brands.

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