Buying & Merchandising Executive

BUSINESS EDGE PERSONNEL SERVICES PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Job summary

Lotte Travel Retail is hiring a Buying & Merchandising Executive to manage product merchandising aligned with brand guidelines at Changi Airport Terminal 3. Fresh graduates are welcome; training will be provided. You will support category strategies, analyze market trends, and help optimize product mix to meet customer demand.

The role involves coordinating with suppliers and internal teams, developing promotional campaigns, and producing regular sales reports to inform management decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related discipline.
• Intermediate Excel proficiency required.
• Excellent English communication skills for vendor negotiations.
• Presentable, professional demeanor for interactions with overseas principals.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage product merchandising to align with brand guidelines and standards.
• Support category strategies, product assortment and merchandising plans.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, customer preferences and product performance.
• Assist in developing an optimal product mix to meet customer needs and strengthen brand positioning.
• Support product pricing strategies to maintain competitiveness and profitability.

Skills

Excel proficiency

English communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related discipline

Job description

Buying & Merchandising Executive

Location: Changi Airport Terminal 3 (Airport Office)

Salary: SGD $2,800 – $3,200 per month

Fresh Graduates Are Welcome, training provided.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage product merchandising to ensure alignment with brand guidelines and company standards.
• Support the development and execution of category strategies, product assortment and merchandising plans.
• Analyse market trends, competitor activities, customer preferences and product performance.
• Assist in developing an optimal product mix that meets customer demands and strengthens brand positioning.
• Support product pricing strategies to maintain competitiveness and profitability.

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, brand principals and internal stakeholders.
• Liaise with overseas brand principals on product-related matters, merchandising and promotional activities.
• Coordinate product launches, promotional campaigns and marketing initiatives to ensure timely execution.
• Work closely with sales and operations teams to identify market opportunities and customer trends.

Inventory, Sales Analysis & Reporting

• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate product availability to support sales requirements.
• Analyse sales performance, product movement and merchandising effectiveness.
• Prepare regular sales reports, performance analysis and market updates for management.
• Maintain accurate sales activity records and follow up on relevant operational matters.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Must-Have Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or a related discipline.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel proficiency is mandatory. Candidates must provide a self-rating of their Excel skills.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills to communicate and negotiate effectively with vendors and suppliers.
• Presentable, professional and pleasant personality, as the role involves interacting with overseas brand principals and representing Lotte Travel Retail.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Requirements

• Previous buying, merchandising, category management or retail experience is advantageous but not compulsory.
• Fresh graduates with a positive attitude, strong learning ability and willingness to undergo training are encouraged to apply.
• Detail-oriented, proactive and capable of managing multiple responsibilities.