SENIOR MERCHANDISING EXECUTIVE

FJ Benjamin (M) Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fashion merchandising is looking for a Merchandising Manager to develop strategies and analyze trends in Kuala Lumpur. The ideal candidate will have strong SQL and Excel skills, as well as 2-5 years of experience in the field. This role involves strategic planning to meet customer expectations while driving company goals.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in merchandising.
• Strong interest in fashion merchandising preferred.
• Ability to work independently and up-to-date with merchandising trends.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop merchandising strategies.
• Analyse sales figures and market trends.
• Manage stock movement and coordinate deliveries.

Skills

SQL

Excel

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Diploma or Degree in any field

Job description

• Plan and develop merchandising strategies that balance customers’ expectations and the company’s objectives.
• Analyse sales figures, customer reactions, and market trends to anticipate product needs and plan product ranges/stock.
• Monitor stock movement and consider markdowns, promotions, price changes, clear outs, etc.
• Coordinate with warehouse on goods deliveries to store locations and update delivery tracker.
• Create items and purchase orders (POs), upload approved retail prices in the Product Pricing Code (PPC), and maintain POS panel key promotion codes.
• Perform post-analysis of seasonal collections, evaluate product mix performance, and conduct pre-analysis of future trends to ensure strategic OTB allocation for profit and stock turn.
• Compute OTB based on sales trends, product mix plans, and GMROI targets.
• Work closely with buyers and country brand managers to ensure OTB supports store presentation, CC requirements, and business opportunities based on trend shifts.
• Collaborate with buyers and brand principals with reports.
• Verify cost of goods with Finance to ensure data integrity.
• Manage stationery supplies for office and shop staff.
• Print price tickets and barcodes for stores when needed.
• Manage return-to-vendor processes and defective items.
• Assist in store setups and promotional events.
• Participate in stock takes, external sales events, and stock returns.

Requirements:

• Intermediate to advanced SQL and Excel skills (VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables).
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interest in fashion merchandising (preferred).
• Minimum diploma or degree in any field.
• 2-5 years of experience in merchandising.
• Ability to work independently.
• Up-to-date with latest merchandising trends and practices.

Additional Information

Salary details, number of applicants, and skills match are provided during the application process.

Applicants will answer questions regarding expected salary, qualifications, experience, proficiency in MS Office, language skills, sales experience, and notice period.

This job posting is active and accepting applications.