Merchandiser (Men's) - Fashion Retail

Your New Company A globally expanding fashion and lifestyle brand with a strong presence across retail and e‑commerce platforms is looking to strengthen its merchandising team. The company focuses on trend‑driven yet accessible collections, with a growing footprint across Asia Pacific and international markets.

Your New Role As a Merchandiser, you will be responsible for shaping and executing the merchandising strategy for key product categories across multiple markets. This role requires a strong balance of commercial acumen, market insight, and product sensibility, working closely with cross‑functional teams to drive assortment planning, product performance, and overall business growth.

Key Responsibilities 1. Collection Planning

• Develop and execute product line plans across footwear, bags, and accessories for assigned categories.

• Build regional assortment strategies based on brand direction, market trends, and consumer insights.

• Identify key products and seasonal must‑haves tailored to different markets.

• Conduct market and competitor analysis to inform future product development and strategy.

2. Merchandise Management

• Collaborate with product development, supply chain, and planning teams to drive best‑seller creation and category growth.

• Partner closely with merchandising planning to optimise product mix, performance, and profitability across regions.

• Work with visual merchandising teams to align product presentation strategies and enhance in‑store and online sell‑through.

3. Product Management

• Maintain and refine product classification frameworks to support accurate reporting and performance analysis.

• Ensure product categorisation remains relevant and aligned with business needs.

4. Pricing Strategy

• Support the development of seasonal pricing strategies, ensuring competitiveness and margin targets are achieved.

• Analyse pricing gaps and recommend adjustments based on market benchmarks and perceived product value.

5. Seasonal Buying Preparation

• Coordinate timelines and deliverables across teams to ensure smooth seasonal launches.

• Communicate merchandising direction and key initiatives to internal stakeholders and regional buying teams.

6. Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyse sales performance, identify trends and gaps, and translate insights into actionable strategies.

• Prepare dashboards and reports using relevant tools to track product and regional performance.

• Conduct post‑season reviews to evaluate product success and recommend improvements for future cycles.

Qualifications

• Degree in Fashion Merchandising, Retail, Business, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in merchandising or a similar function within fashion or retail.

• Experience working with regional markets, particularly across Asia, is an advantage.

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drive commercial decisions.

• High proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.

• Strong stakeholder management, organisational, and planning skills.

• Able to thrive in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment.

• Passion for fashion, trends, and consumer behaviour.