Branch Merchandise Manager

Job Purpose

To control and strategically drive the plans for branch merchandising, planogram implementation, space planning, and supply chain processes in order to maintain budgeted stock levels, and to fine tune the merchandise mix according to specific store needs.

Key Accountabilities

Strategic

To develop stock profile and Analytical strategies to maximize profits and ensure customer satisfaction in consideration of different customer demand profiles in stores.

Financial

• Responsible for sales & Margin at Region level and help in reduction of Markdown

Operational

o Liaise with relevant stakeholders (Buying/Merchandising and Retail Operation and stock distribution team) regarding allocation strategies and product availability
o Prepare measures to maintain Table Option & size level balance in the stores
o Monitor and review key measures involving:
 Location strategy
 Customer Feedback
o Manage Minimum Credible Display Quantities (MCDQs) and the optimization of space in stores.
o Store profiling and clustering on the basis of different store demand profiles.
o Control and minimise store to store transfers by assisting and improving allocation strategy.
o Design discounted stock pull back strategy to maximize sell-thrus considering regional trends.
o Actively monitor Store Returns and identify reasons why.
o Highlight and share stores feedback to responsible stake holders.
Be instrumental in establishing the wider Branch Merchandising dept.
Motivate staff and empower direct reports by providing the necessary tools and support required to support department goals
Mentor employees and ensure proper target setting and staff performance management in line with the Group’s performance management guidelines

Product and Process Improvement

Research and recommend innovative approaches, and adoption of the latest tools that provide economies of scale
Identify opportunities for improvement in Branch Merchandising systems, processes and procedures, as well as propose and implement improvements Drive insights and recommendations to key stakeholders

Education and Certification

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or any relevant field

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficient Knowledge of Microsoft office and relevant industry standard software
• Working knowledge of IT tools and the ability to handle electronic data
• Experience in Inventory Planning and Management in a large-scale, multiple retail environment.
• Preferred background in Stock Distribution, Merchandise Planning, Retail Operations/Retail Area Management

Experience
• 4-8 years of experience in large-scale, mainstream, multiple retailer.