Merchandising Executive - Fashion Retail

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Merchandising Executive (OTB) for fashion retail to manage merchandise operations across stores. Responsibilities include executing Open-To-Buy planning and ensuring optimal product availability. The ideal candidate has a degree in Fashion Merchandising or Business, at least 2 years in fashion retail, and strong analytical skills, particularly in Excel. Proficiency in Malay, Mandarin, and English is required. Passion for fashion and a fast-paced work environment are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of merchandising experience in fashion retail or fast fashion required.
• Hands-on experience in Open-To-Buy (OTB) planning and budget management is essential.
• Strong proficiency in Excel including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP.

Responsibilities

• Support Open-To-Buy planning including budget control and sales forecasting.
• Monitor OTB performance and recommend inventory actions.
• Execute stock allocation and analyze sales performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel

Knowledge of fashion trends

Communication in Malay and Mandarin

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or related field

Job description

We are looking for a Merchandising Executive (OTB) – Fashion Retail to support merchandise operations across our retail stores. You will execute Open-To-Buy (OTB) planning and ensure the right products are available at the right store, at the right time, to maximize sales, inventory efficiency, and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and execute Open-To-Buy (OTB) planning, including budget control, sales forecasting, and seasonal assortment planning to achieve sales and inventory targets.
• Monitor OTB performance against sales and inventory levels; recommend stock reallocation, replenishment, or markdown actions where necessary.
• Execute stock allocation, replenishment, and inter-store transfers to optimize inventory productivity.
• Track and analyze sales performance, sell-through, stock turn, and aging inventory.
• Coordinate closely with Retail Operations, Supply Chain, and Regional teams on stock movement, product updates, and launch timelines.
• Prepare regular merchandising reports and insights to support business decisions.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field.
• Hands‑on experience in Open-To-Buy (OTB) planning and budget management is required.
• Minimum 2+ years of merchandising experience in fashion retail or fast fashion.
• Strong analytical skills with good proficiency in Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP preferred).
• Good understanding of fashion trends, retail operations, and inventory planning.
• Proficient in Malay, Mandarin, and English (Mandarin & English as working languages).
• Able to work in a fast‑paced retail environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Willing to work in KLCC area.

Apply now if you’re passionate about fashion and merchandising!