Merchandising Executive

Eadess Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hooga, under the care of Eadess Sdn Bhd, seeks a Merchandising Executive to support franchise demand planning and inventory optimisation across markets. You will maintain demand files, align merchandising strategies with management direction, monitor stock levels, and identify overstock or understock risks while providing timely recommendations.

You will also prepare monthly order proposals for active and new SKUs for franchise review, analyse performance, and support cross-functional planning

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in category/merchandise planning in a retail industry.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other analytical tools.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data management.

Responsibilities

• Support franchise demand planning and inventory optimisation.
• Maintain and update franchise demand optimisation files.
• Monitor stock levels across franchises and alert on overstock or understock risks.
• Prepare monthly order proposals for active and new SKUs.
• Analyse sell-through, stock coverage and sales performance.
• Coordinate with merchandising, supply chain and franchise teams.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Merchandising Executive is responsible for supporting franchise demand planning and inventory optimisation. The role focuses on maintaining and updating demand planning files, aligning merchandising strategies with management direction, and monitoring stock levels across markets. The executive will ensure optimal stock availability by identifying potential overstock or understock situations and providing timely recommendations. The role also involves preparing monthly order proposals for active and new SKUs for franchise review.

Key Responsibilities

Franchise Demand Planning

Maintain and update franchise demand optimisation files on a regular basis.

Ensure demand plans align with merchandising strategy and management direction.

Review franchise sales performance and demand trends to support accurate planning.

Monitor stock levels across franchises and highlight potential overstock or understock risks.

Provide timely alerts and recommendations to management to maintain healthy inventory levels.

Support replenishment planning to ensure product availability while minimizing excess inventory.

Track performance of active SKUs and monitor lifecycle status of products.

Assist in planning and reviewing new SKU introductions to support franchise growth.

Ensure SKU planning follows the approved merchandising logic and assortment strategy.

Monthly Order Proposal

Prepare monthly order proposals for active SKUs and new SKUs based on sales performance, stock levels, and demand trends.

Present recommendations for franchise review and alignment before order placement.

Data Analysis & Reporting

Analyse sell-through rates, stock coverage, and sales performance to support merchandising decisions.

Prepare regular reports to support demand planning and stock management.

Cross-Functional Coordination

Work closely with merchandising, supply chain, and franchise teams to ensure alignment in product planning and inventory management.

Support communication with internal stakeholders on demand planning updates and inventory status.

Key Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in category/merchandise planning in a retail industry(Having experience in handling Franchise Merchandising is a plus point especially for KH & GCC Region)

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other analytical tools.

Attention to detail and accuracy in data management.

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Hooga, under the care of Eadess Sdn Bhd, is a global lifestyle brand with a presence in Singapore, Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, and Dubai. Inspired by the Scandinavian concept of hygge, Hooga creates simple, cozy, and functional spaces that make people feel truly at home through its thoughtfully designed products.

Joining our team means becoming part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that prioritises innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth.

Hooga, under the care of Eadess Sdn Bhd, is a global lifestyle brand with a presence in Singapore, Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, and Dubai. Inspired by the Scandinavian concept of hygge, Hooga creates simple, cozy, and functional spaces that make people feel truly at home through its thoughtfully designed products.

Joining our team means becoming part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that prioritises innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth.