Senior Merchandising Executive - Buyer/Planner (Mr. Robot Project)

MR DIY International; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MR. ROBOT, a robotics-focused retailer, seeks a Senior Executive, Merchandising (Buyer / Planner) to balance range, stock levels and margins across a dynamic retail environment.

You will work with Product, Store, Finance, Channel Sales and Operations to assess demand, manage suppliers, plan stock, and build a commercially healthy product range.

Qualifications

• Experience in buying, merchandise planning, or inventory planning within consumer electronics retail is required.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills, including stock cover, reorder points, and open-to-buy.
• Import and supplier management experience, including landed cost, MOQs, lead times, and sourcing considerations.

Responsibilities

• Propose the product range and regular rotation plan, including accessories and add-ons.
• Scout new products and present proposals to Product Committee.
• Tag products by role on the floor and plan sourcing/buying accordingly.
• Confirm with Store Manager that products can be demonstrated and explained before being ranged.
• Review product performance and decide to keep, watch, or phase out lines.
• Set RRP and pricing; maintain accurate product information across store, .com, and marketplaces.

Skills

Buying

Merchandise planning

Inventory planning

Excel & analytics

Import & suppliers

English & Bahasa Malaysia

Mandarin (advantage)

Job description

MR. ROBOT specialises in developing intelligent robotics and automation systems that enhance operational performance in retail, logistics, and commercial environments. By combining advanced AI, robotics engineering, and system integration, we deliver practical, scalable solutions that help businesses innovate operational workflows and prepare for tomorrow’s automation demands.

Focused on real-world deployment rather than prototypes, Mr. Robot’s offerings are designed to integrate seamlessly with existing systems-bringing robotics out of the lab and into productive use.

Driving Southeast Asia’s automation revolution with AI robotics for partners, integrators, and industries ready to scale.

Job Summary:

The Senior Executive, Merchandising (Buyer / Planner) is responsible for ensuring Robotique (Mr Robot Retail Store) carries the right products at the right stock levels, balancing product range, buying decisions, inventory, and margin performance.

In MR. ROBOT’s fast-moving retail environment, the role works closely with Product, Store, Finance,

Channel Sales, and Operations teams to assess demand, manage suppliers, plan stock, and build a

commercially healthy product range.

Job Responsibilities:

Range & Product

• Propose the product range and regular rotation plan, judging each product together with its accessories and add-ons.
• Scout new and first-to-market products, and bring new product proposals to the Product Committee.
• Tag each product by its role on the floor, such as traffic, revenue, or margin driver, and plan sourcing and buying accordingly.
• Confirm with the Store Manager that every product can be demonstrated and explained before it is ranged.
• Review product performance regularly and recommend whether to keep, watch, or phase out each line.
• Set RRP and pricing, and keep product information accurate across the store, .com, and marketplaces.

Buying & Suppliers

• Build purchase plans within the budget released by Finance, and check demand and budget before any order is raised.
• Present each order to management with quantity, cost, and remaining budget.
• Manage brand principals and suppliers on pricing, MOQs, lead times, terms, and exclusivity.
• Commit forward stock early enough to cover import lead times.
• Shift the balance between local and self-import sourcing as sales data supports it.

Inventory & Margin

• Update stock cover weekly and flag products at risk of running out or becoming overstocked.
• Place orders on a set schedule for local and import sourcing.
• Keep stock reserved for distribution partners separate from store stock, and coordinate their orders with Channel Sales and Operations.
• Plan and track demo units, including allocation, rotation, and write-off.
• Check landed cost against margin targets and flag exceptions.

Success Measures:

• Stock cover within target.
• Sell-through and aged stock.
• Gross margin.
• Accessory attach.
• Buying within budget.
• Range rotation on schedule.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience in buying, merchandise planning, or inventory planning, ideally within consumer electronics retail.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills, including stock cover, reorder points, and open-to-buy.
• Import and supplier experience, including landed cost, duty, MOQs, and lead times; experience with China suppliers is an advantage.
• Disciplined and data-led, with the confidence to assess demand carefully and say “not yet” to a buy.
• Genuine interest in new technology and robotics.
• Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is an advantage.

You’ll only be the right candidate if you are aligned to our values and culture:

• Innovation: Challenge the status quo, embrace change, and drive continuous improvement.
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively and contribute to shared success.
• Excellence: Strive for high standards in both delivery and customer experience.
• Integrity: Act with honesty, transparency, and accountability.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.
• Motivated to make a meaningful impact within a high-performing team