Merchandising Manager - Regional Strategy & Analytics

Alshaya Group Avrasya; Fatih; On-site; TRY 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Alshaya Group Avrasya is seeking a Merchandising Manager for the Victoria’s Secret brand in Turkey. You will lead regional merchandising strategies, drive assortment planning, pricing, and lifecycle management across stores, coordinating with international teams.

You will analyze sales data, trends, and inventory to optimize product performance, mentor a high-performing team, and ensure timely availability of the right products at the right stores.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Statistics or Engineering preferred.
• 10+ years of merchandising experience including leadership responsibilities within a retail environment.
• Proven experience in managing large-scale merchandising operations across multiple stores or markets.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate data into actionable business decisions.
• Pro-active, energetic, analytical thinker with good communication and presentation skills.
• Advanced analytical and financial planning skills.
• Very well organized with strong daily follow up skills.
• High attention to details.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional merchandising strategies aligned with commercial objectives.
• Lead merchandise planning, assortment strategy, product lifecycle management, and seasonal planning.
• Join weekly calls and be contact with international teams and discuss merch-related issues.
• Analyze sales performance, market trends, customer insights, and inventory data to identify growth opportunities and optimize product performance.
• Drive pricing, promotions, markdown, and inventory optimization strategies to maximize profitability.
• Monitor key merchandising KPIs and provide data-driven recommendations to senior leadership.
• Ensure the right product is available at the right place and at the right time through effective assortment and allocation strategies.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing merchandising team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Stay informed about consumer behavior, fashion and retail trends, and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Presentation skills

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics/Business Administration/Statistics/Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

Alshaya Group Avrasya is seeking a Merchandising Manager for the Victoria’s Secret brand in Turkey. You will lead regional merchandising strategies, drive assortment planning, pricing, and lifecycle management across stores, coordinating with international teams.

You will analyze sales data, trends, and inventory to optimize product performance, mentor a high-performing team, and ensure timely availability of the right products at the right stores.