Merchandising Strategy and Planning

• Develop and execute annual and seasonal merchandising strategies and budget plans to meet sales, profitability, and inventory objectives for the Hong Kong and Macau markets.
• Oversee Open-to-Buy (OTB) planning, budgeting, forecasting, and assortment planning to align merchandise mix with market demands.
• Create inventory plans based on sales projections for key events, including promotions and markdowns.
• Monitor in-season product launch plans, product life cycles, sell-through rates, and delivery status.

Allocation and Inventory Management

• Develop and communicate allocation strategies based on location and size selling performance.
• Strategize merchandise allocation across various channels and locations based on category analysis and buying plans.
• Manage stock levels and implement inventory control measures, including pricing strategies, markdowns, and margin optimization.
• Liaise with logistics and warehouse teams for timely deliveries and arrangements for daily operations and ad-hoc events.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with sales teams to provide in-depth analysis of business performance by region.
• Collaborate with retail operations, marketing, and visual merchandising teams to align on sales trends and marketing initiatives.
• Participate in Go-To-Market presentations and share retail assortment plans.

Market Analysis and Trend Forecasting

• Analyze sales data, market trends, and customer feedback to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Stay updated on market trends to inform buying decisions and merchandise strategies.
• Drive volume, gross margin, and profitability through strategic merchandise buying and promotional activities.

Leadership and Reporting

• Lead and manage the merchandising team, providing guidance and support.
• Analyze performance data against financial targets to assess the effectiveness of merchandising decisions and set future targets.
• Conduct regular site visits and participate in international trade shows as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in retail merchandising, with a good working knowledge of retail performance metrics and at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• In-depth understanding of the fashion retail landscape and market dynamics in Hong Kong and Macau.
• Sharp sense of current fashion trends in apparel, footwear, bags, and accessories.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel skills and familiarity with merchandising software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proven capability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• A self-starter who is driven and has proven leadership capabilities.
• Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Candidates with less experience may be considered for the position of Assistant Merchandising Manager.