Merchandising Executive

Precious Thoughts Retail Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Singapore is seeking a Buyer Assistant to support product sourcing and supplier communications. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Business, relevant experience in merchandise planning, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Responsibilities include conducting market research and preparing performance reports to guide business plans.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Merchandise Planning, Marketing.
• Relevant experience as a Junior Buyer or in Merchandise Planning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Buyer in sourcing new product categories.
• Conduct market research for collectible toys and figurines.
• Prepare reports on merchandise performance.

Skills

Communication in English

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis

Logistics management

Education

Degree in Business or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support the Buyer in sourcing new product categories, handle supplier communications, prepare POs and follow-up on related administrative or logistical tasks.

• Conduct market research, identify brands / IPs with commercial potential for the collectible toys, figurines, plush and gift categories.

• Prepare sales, product category and inventory reports of merchandise performance, analyse data to guide business plans.

• Drive product category growth performance. Monitor stock levels and sales trends to manage inventory size, support replenishment and promotional activities.

• Assist the logistics team in stock management & allocation processes. Collaborate with Marketing and Operations to curate product assortments for retail activities / events.

Requirements

• Degree in Business, Merchandise Planning, Marketing -- preferably with some basic training in Accounting & Finance.

• Relevant experience in an office-based function in Merchandise Planning or as a Junior Buyer in the retail sector.

• Can communicate well in English, both written and verbally. A pleasant and professional disposition when engaging stakeholders.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required. Familiarity with import / shipping logistics preferred. Comfortable working with numbers to understand Pricing, Margins & Profitability.

• Willing to travel overseas to trade fairs, source new brands / meet suppliers as part of a team if needed, though such travel is infrequent.