Strategic General Merchandise Category Lead

AvantePH; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail firm in Metro Manila seeks a Category Manager – General Merchandise to oversee diverse merchandise categories. Responsibilities include developing category strategies, managing buying and inventory operations, and analyzing sales data to achieve growth and margin targets. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 5–10 years of experience in retail, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. Knowledge of ERP and POS systems is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years experience in general merchandise retail or buying.
• Experience managing multiple categories simultaneously.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for general merchandise.
• Manage end-to-end buying, assortment planning, and vendor management.
• Analyze sales data, demand forecasts, and market trends.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Strong understanding of merchandising principles

Advanced MS Excel skills

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

POS systems

Job description

A leading retail firm in Metro Manila seeks a Category Manager – General Merchandise to oversee diverse merchandise categories. Responsibilities include developing category strategies, managing buying and inventory operations, and analyzing sales data to achieve growth and margin targets. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 5–10 years of experience in retail, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. Knowledge of ERP and POS systems is a plus.