Merchandising Manager (The Travel Club)

Primer Group of Companies; Manila; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Primer Group of Companies in the Philippines seeks a Merchandising Manager to lead merchandise planning, buying, inventory management, and team operations to optimize assortment and profitability.

You will analyze sales, monitor market trends, manage budgets, and mentor the merchandising team to hit business targets across brands and categories. Strong leadership and analytical skills, plus proficiency in MS Office, are essential.

Qualifications

• MBA or bachelor’s degree in business-related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience in merchandising or retail.
• At least 2 years of experience in a managerial capacity.
• Strong budgeting, pricing and gross margin knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead merchandise planning and buying across product categories.
• Manage open-to-buy budgets and purchase plans.
• Guide the merchandising team to develop detailed merchandise plans for brands and product categories.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with Marketing on promotions.
• Analyze market trends and sales performance across channels.
• Oversee day-to-day merchandising operations and team performance.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Time management

Education

MBA or Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Entrepreneurship or Marketing

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Are you a strategic thinker with strong business acumen and a passion for retail and product management? We’re looking for a Merchandising Manager to lead merchandise planning, buying, inventory management, and team operations.

In this role, you will ensure that the right products are available at the right time and in the right quantities while maintaining the store's merchandise mix, product presentation, and profitability. You will also analyze sales performance, monitor market trends, manage budgets, and guide the merchandising team in achieving business targets.

Key Responsibilities

Merchandise Planning and Buying

• Develop sales and product plans by category, aligned with business unit targets.

• Review and approve open-to-buy (OTB) budgets and purchase plans.

• Guide the merchandising team in preparing detailed merchandise plans for assigned brands and product categories.

Inventory Management

• Analyze product performance and recommend solutions to address sales and inventory concerns.

• Monitor inventory levels and ensure stock coverage remains within established targets.

• Coordinate with Marketing on promotions to improve product sell-through.

• Work with brand teams to explore opportunities for expanding product distribution.

Market Intelligence

• Monitor market trends, customer behavior, competitor offerings, and pricing strategies.

• Conduct market visits and review field reports and market intelligence data.

• Attend trade exhibitions and meetings with principals and suppliers as required.

People Management

• Lead, train, and evaluate merchandising team members.

• Conduct team meetings to communicate expectations, address concerns, and monitor progress.

• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the merchandising department.

Monitoring and Control

• Approve purchase orders to ensure purchases are within budget and products and prices are appropriate for the local market.

• Review and approve price lists to achieve gross margin targets.

• Conduct monthly reviews of sales and inventory performance by brand.

• Oversee the clearance of defective and obsolete items.

• Monitor and reconcile merchandising-initiated sale event sites.

• Manage supplier claims related to damages and shortages.

Qualifications

• MBA or bachelor's degree in Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, or a related field.

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience in merchandising, marketing, or retail business.

• At least 2 years of experience in a managerial capacity.

• Strong understanding of merchandise planning, buying, inventory management, and retail operations.

• Knowledge of budgeting, financial analysis, pricing, and gross margin management.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong project management, organizational, and time management abilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other relevant business tools.