Merchandising & Visual Merchandising Manager

LVMH; Kuala Lumpur; Presencial; MYR 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Louis Vuitton Malaysia is seeking a Merchandising Manager to translate global assortment and activation strategies into actionable plans at store and regional levels, overseeing offer optimization, launches, and in-store execution.

You will lead local merchandising teams, partner with central Merchandising and VM, monitor performance with data analytics, optimize sell-through and inventory, and ensure a seamless client journey across all stores.

Responsabilidades

• Shape and implement the retail assortment strategy reflecting commercial priorities and Maison identity.
• Lead activation plans for launches, events, and seasonal highlights tailored to local opportunities.
• Monitor product lifecycle and performance; propose adjustments to maximize sales and margin.
• Analyse store and regional performance metrics to drive data-informed decisions on inventory and display.
• Plan and follow up stock and capacity management to place the right product at the right time.
• Oversee retail activation from VM execution to in-store storytelling.
• Lead the execution of the Maison's visual merchandising strategy across stores.
• Partner with store VM teams to deliver high-quality visuals, monitor performance, and improve client experience.
• Track and report key metrics like sell-through, dwell time, and conversions.

Descripción del empleo

The Merchandising Manager drives the execution of retail merchandising strategies to deliver commercial performance, brand consistency, and client experience, and oversee the visual merchandising across stores. This role translates global assortment and activation strategies into actionable plans at store and regional level, overseeing offer optimization, launches, and in-store execution.

Working closely with Retail, central Merchandising and Visual Merchandising, the position monitors performance, supports decision-making through data analysis, and leads local teams to optimize sell through, inventory efficiency, and retail excellence.

Job responsibilities

• Shape and implement the retail assortment strategy, ensuring store segmentation, channel mix, and product allocation reflect both commercial priorities and Maison identity
• Lead the development and roll-out of activation plans, including launches, special events, and seasonal highlights, tailored to local opportunities
• Monitor product lifecycle and performance, proposing tactical adjustments to maximize sales, sell-through, and margin

Business Analytics & Performance Management

• Analyse store and regional performance metrics, driving data-informed decision-making inventory, replenishment, and display optimization
• Lead the planning and follow-up of stock and capacity management, ensuring the right product is in the right place at the right time
• Oversee retail activation, from VM execution to in-store storytelling, to guarantee a seamless client journey.
• Lead & oversee the execution of the Maison's visual merchandising strategy across retail environments
• Partner with in-store visual merchandising & store teams to deliver high-quality visual execution, monitor performance, and continuously improve the client experience while driving sales performance
• Track and report key metrics sell-through, dwell time, conversion rates-demonstrating the commercial impact of visual merchandising initiatives

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Develop and empower local merchandising teams, sharing best practices and cultivating a spirit of collaboration and excellence
• Act as the interface between central merchandising, retail, marketing, and operations- fostering alignment and accelerating decision cycles
• Support store teams with actionable insights, training, and tools to deliver an outstanding retail experience

Governance, Reporting & Client Focus

• Ensure compliance with Maicon processes and guidelines, safeguarding the Maison's reputation in every store environment
• Regularly report on performance, risks, and opportunities, providing recommendations for business acceleration
• Champion a client-centric approach- embedding feedback, competitive analysis, and market signals into every action

Founded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton perpetuates the ambitious vision of its namesake. From his origins as a master trunk maker, manufacturing boxes used to pack both everyday objects as well as voluminous wardrobes, Louis Vuitton and his successors introduced numerous innovations including the advent of the flat-top trunk, lightweight canvas, signature patterns, and the tumbler lock. Today, Louis Vuitton’s legacy is expressed through its rigorous spirit of innovation, the boldness of its creations and an uncompromising demand for excellence.