Senior Merchandiser

Gulf Marketing Group (GMG Group); Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Merchandiser to support the Brand Merchandising team. This role involves ensuring KPIs are met, managing inventory health, and coordinating orders and deliveries. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in retail merchandising, particularly in sports and fashion. With a strong focus on analytical skills and communication, this position offers an exciting opportunity to work independently in a dynamic environment, contributing to the success of a diverse portfolio of brands across multiple regions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of retail merchandising experience, preferably in sports and fashion.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with advanced Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform merchandise planning, control, and documentation.
• Review merchandise performance and plan stock allocation for each store.
• Coordinate orders and deliveries while liaising with warehouses and stores.

Skills

Retail Merchandising

Inventory Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Excel (Advanced)

Education

Diploma in any discipline

Job description

About GMG

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, Converse, Timberland, Vans and The North Face.

About the Role:

The role of a Senior Merchandiser is to provide support to the Brand Merchandising team. He/She is the main point of contact for suppliers to ensure KPI are met and to ensure all retail points’ KPI are maintained.

Responsibilities:

• Perform merchandise planning, control & documentation.
• Review Merchandise Performance – Sell Through, margin analysis and promotional activation,
• Plan stock allocation for each store inclusive in-season and post season.
• Plan Pre-Buy, Buy and Post Buy for each season.
• Range planning accountability for all point of sales.
• Accountable for inventory health of brand/s
• Co-ordinate all order and deliveries successfully
• Understanding replenishment to maximize full price sales and demonstrating knowledge of stores.
• Organizing stock transfers and movement within the business
• Liaising closely with warehouses, stores and other Head Office departments.

Requirement/Skills:

• Diploma in any discipline with at least 5 years of retail merchandising experience, preferably in sports and fashion-retailing environment.
• Candidate with regional or multi countries accountability are encouraged to apply.
• Display good team spirit, self-starter and focused.
• Business-minded and possess good communication skills and analytical skills
• Good command in English languages and able to carry command a room of audience in presentations and business reviews.
• Advance level of excel skill.
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision and meeting tight datelines.