Merchandiser

Role Overview

Merchandiser at Apparel Group. The position assists the Brand Manager to plan the product and assortment strategies that meet or exceed financial goals, and coordinates all activities related to allocation and delivery of merchandise to all stores in the region.

Role Purpose

Support the Brand Manager in developing and executing product and assortment strategies that drive financial performance. Manage merchandise allocation, distribution, and inventory flow across the store network while optimizing product mix, sales performance, and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Strategy

• Assist in pre-season financial planning, in-season projections, open-to-buy management and new store budgets.
• Coordinate with the Merchandise Planning team on product range planning to maximize commercial opportunities and achieve the right product mix at sub-category and price-point level.
• Prepare merchandise plans and gather information required for product range presentations and reviews for buyers and the Brand Manager.
• Analyze previous season's sales and report on current season's lines.

Allocation & Supply Chain

• Coordinate all activities related to allocation and delivery of merchandise to all stores in the region.
• Ensure balanced collection at stores, regular replenishment from warehouse and inter-store transfers.
• Liaise with stores, logistics and warehouse departments to ensure product supply meets demand.
• Coordinate with the buying team on product issues including orders, repeats and damages, and assist in range planning, sales analysis and deliveries.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare Retail Pro reports, Sell Thru and other merchandising reports such as consolidation sheets and product breakdown reports.
• Skillfully manage processing of various Retail Pro reports and invoices.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of all necessary reports and records.
• Analyze every aspect of best and worst sellers, including best-selling price points, colors and styles.
• Gather information relating to customer reaction towards products.
• Report competition's offerings and analyze opportunities to the Brand team.
• Optimize the volume and profitability of product categories.

Compliance & Confidentiality

• Ensure strict confidentiality in maintaining all documents entrusted.