Assistant - Merchandising

Digits Trading Corporation; Philippines; On-site; PHP 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Digits Trading Corporation is seeking a Merchandising Assistant in the Philippines to support the merchandising team in planning, development, and execution of product strategies. You will coordinate with suppliers, internal teams, and stores to optimize product availability, display, and performance.

The role involves monitoring supplier delivery, PO preparation, inventory checks, SKU maintenance, sales and performance tracking, and strong collaboration with stores and accounting for accurate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in merchandising, retail, or buying.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Interest in gadgets, retail, or consumer trends is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and follow up with suppliers for timely delivery and completeness of orders.
• Assist in the preparation of purchase orders (POs) and receiving reports.
• Conduct regular inventory checks and coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams.
• Encode new SKUs, pricing, or cost adjustments in the merchandising system.
• Maintain accurate records of supplier agreements, costing sheets, and product catalogs.
• Coordinate with store branches for stock transfers, pullouts, and replenishments.
• Respond to store concerns related to product availability, pricing errors, or defective items.
• Coordinate with accounting for invoice verification, payment follow-ups, or discrepancies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Merchandising Assistant supports the merchandising team in the planning, development, and execution of product strategies. This role ensures smooth coordination between suppliers, internal teams, and stores, helping to optimize product availability, display, and performance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Product and Inventory Management

• Monitor and follow up with suppliers for timely delivery and completeness of orders

• Assist in the preparation of purchase orders (POs) and receiving reports

• Conduct regular inventory checks and coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams

• Assist in SKU rationalization and stock keeping unit (SKU) maintenance

2. Sales and Performance Tracking

• Consolidate weekly and monthly sales reports for review by Merchandising or Buying Manager or other related reports needed for consolidation

• Analyze sell-through rates and suggest potential markdowns or reorders

• Monitor the performance of promotions and seasonal campaigns

3. Store Support

• Coordinate with store branches for stock transfers, pullouts, and replenishments.

• Respond to store concerns related to product availability, pricing errors, or defective items

4. System and Documentation Tasks

• Encode new SKUs, pricing, or cost adjustments in the merchandising system

• Maintain accurate records of supplier agreements, costing sheets, and product catalogs

• Assist in other store required documentation (tags, invoices, DRs)

5. Vendor and Cross-Team Coordination

• Act as a liaison between the merchandising team and suppliers for sample approval, pricing negotiations, or QC concerns

• Coordinates with Stores and other channels for any information cascade

• Coordinate with accounting for invoice verification, payment follow-ups, or discrepancies

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field

• At least 1 year of experience in merchandising, retail, or buying is preferred

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Good communication skills and ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams

• Interest in gadgets, retail, or consumer trends is a plu