Merchandising Manager

Global Dollarstore; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Dollarstore Inc. is seeking an experienced Merchandising Manager to lead merchandising strategies, product portfolio, and supplier relationships across Food and Non-Food categories in a fast-paced retail environment.

You will own end-to-end buying, negotiate terms with suppliers, monitor performance, pricing, and inventory, and collaborate with Operations, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain to deliver profitable assortments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
• Extensive experience in Merchandising, Buying, Category Management.
• Strong background in FMCG Food and Non-Food categories.
• Proven supplier sourcing, negotiation, and relationship management.
• Established connections with reliable suppliers, distributors, manufacturers, or importers preferred.
• Strong understanding of retail pricing, margins, product assortment, inventory and category performance.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, leadership and decision-making skills.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in merchandising or similar leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute merchandising and category strategies aligned with sales and profitability targets.
• Lead end-to-end buying process from sourcing to purchase planning.
• Manage FMCG Food and Non-Food categories ensuring assortment, pricing, quality, and availability.
• Identify and develop new products, suppliers, and opportunities based on market trends.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, rebates, discounts, promotions, and other agreements.
• Monitor product performance, sales trends, inventory levels, margins and sell-through.
• Develop assortment, pricing, promotions, and seasonal strategies.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to improve offerings.
• Collaborate with Operations, Marketing, Finance and Supply Chain for launches and promotions.

Skills

Merchandising

Buying

Category Management

Supplier Management

Negotiation

Analytical

Leadership

Market Trends

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the role

Global Dollarstore Inc. is looking for an experienced and results-driven Merchandising Manager to lead merchandising strategies and product portfolio. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in Buying, Category Management, FMCG (Food & Non-Food), and Supplier Management, with strong industry connections and excellent negotiation skills.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute merchandising and category strategies aligned with company sales and profitability targets

• Lead the end-to-end buying process, from product sourcing and supplier negotiations to product selection and purchase planning

• Manage FMCG Food and Non-Food categories, ensuring the right product assortment, pricing, quality, and availability

• Identify and develop new products, suppliers, and business opportunities based on market trends and customer demand

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, rebates, discounts, promotions, and other commercial agreements with suppliers

• Monitor product performance, sales trends, inventory levels, margins, and sell-through

• Develop effective assortment, pricing, promotional, and seasonal strategies

• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and improve product offerings

• Collaborate closely with Operations, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure successful product launches and promotions

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Management, Supply Chain, or a related field

• Extensive experience in Merchandising, Buying, Category Management, or Purchasing, preferably within the retail or FMCG industry

• Strong background in managing Food and Non-Food FMCG categories

• Proven experience in supplier sourcing, negotiation, and relationship management

• Established connections with reliable suppliers, distributors, manufacturers, and/or importers is highly preferred

• Strong understanding of retail pricing, margins, product assortment, inventory, and category performance

• Excellent negotiation, analytical, leadership, and decision-making skills

• Strong knowledge of market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive retail pricing

• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment and manage multiple categories and priorities

• 5+ years of relevant experience in merchandising, buying, category management, or a similar leadership role is preferred