Merchandising cum Buyer

MOG GROUP OF COMPANIES; Kajang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MOG Group of Companies is seeking a passionate Merchandising Buyer to drive product selection, purchasing, inventory planning, and demand forecasting for our retail network. You will identify market trends, optimize stock investment, and boost product performance across outlets.

The role requires strong analytical skills, commercial acumen, and experience with Open-to-Buy budgeting. You will collaborate with Supply Chain, Marketing and Retail Ops to ensure replenishment and profitable category

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in business, merchandising, retail management or related field.
• 3–5 years in merchandising, buying, demand planning, or retail category management.
• Strong knowledge of inventory planning and Open-to-Buy (OTB) management.
• Analytical, negotiation and commercial decision‑making skills.
• Excel proficiency and ERP/inventory systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage product assortment, purchasing strategies, and inventory levels to support sales targets and growth.
• Develop demand forecasts using sales trends, historical data, seasonality, and market insights.
• Manage the Open-to-Buy (OTB) budget to ensure effective stock investment.
• Analyze sales performance, inventory movement, stock turnover, and sell‑through rates.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers on pricing, range, promotions and terms.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities and customer preferences to identify growth opportunities.
• Coordinate seasonal buying plans, new product launches and promotions with Marketing and Retail Ops.
• Ensure timely replenishment and balanced inventory across all retail outlets.
• Work with suppliers and stakeholders to manage delivery timelines and merchandising support materials.
• Prepare sales forecasts, buying plans, inventory reports and product performance analyses.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Diploma/Degree in Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP / Inventory systems

Job description

We are looking for a passionate and commercially driven Merchandising Buyer to manage product selection, purchasing, inventory planning, and demand forecasting for our retail business. You will play a key role in identifying market trends, optimizing stock investment, and driving product performance across our retail network.

This role requires strong analytical skills, commercial awareness, inventory planning knowledge, and the ability to balance customer demand with business profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage product assortment, purchasing strategies, and inventory levels to support sales targets and business growth.


• Develop demand forecasts using sales trends, historical data, seasonality, and market insights to ensure optimal stock availability.


• Manage and monitor the Open-to-Buy (OTB) budget to ensure effective inventory investment and healthy stock flow.


• Analyze sales performance, inventory movement, stock turnover, and sell-through rates to drive informed buying decisions.


• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers and brand principals on pricing, product range, promotions, and commercial terms.


• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences to identify growth opportunities and product gaps.


• Coordinate seasonal buying plans, new product launches, and promotional activities with Marketing and Retail Operations teams.


• Ensure timely replenishment and maintain balanced inventory levels across all retail outlets.


• Work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to manage delivery timelines, product availability, and merchandising support materials.


• Prepare sales forecasts, buying plans, inventory reports, and product performance analysis for management review.


• Support pricing strategies and recommend actions to improve profitability, stock efficiency, and category performance.


• Maintain accurate product data, purchase records, and inventory information within the ERP/system platform.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Business, Merchandising, Retail Management, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field.


• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in merchandising, buying, demand planning, or retail category management.


• Strong knowledge of inventory planning, demand forecasting, and Open-to-Buy (OTB) management.


• Strong analytical, negotiation, and commercial decision-making skills.


• Good understanding of retail operations, consumer trends, and product lifecycle management.


• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP/inventory management systems.


• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.


• Able to work in a fast-paced retail environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.


• Experience in eyewear, fashion, beauty, lifestyle, or FMCG retail industry is an added advantage.