Merchandising Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute merchandising strategies aligned with business and sales objectives.
• Analyse sales data, market trends, customer preferences, and competitor activity to identify opportunities.
• Manage product assortment, product launches, pricing, promotions, and inventory levels.
• Plan seasonal and promotional merchandise campaigns.
• Monitor product performance and identify slow-moving or underperforming products.
• Work with suppliers and vendors on product sourcing, pricing, cost negotiations, and delivery schedules.
• Forecast demand and coordinate inventory planning to minimise overstock and stockouts.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Sales teams on promotional campaigns and product positioning.
• Prepare sales forecasts, merchandising reports, budgets, and performance analyses.
• Track KPIs such as sales revenue, gross margin, sell-through rate, inventory turnover, and profitability.
• Lead and mentor merchandising executives or assistants.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, distributors, retailers, and internal stakeholders.