Merchandiser Buyer Home Accessories
Job Summary
The Merchandiser/Buyer will be responsible for planning strategic product launches, managing pricing, and sourcing new items. You will conduct market research and data analysis to optimize product mix and sales performance. The role also involves managing inventory control and reporting on sales forecasts and budgets.
Responsibilities
- Plan merchandise launches and pricing
- Source and negotiate with suppliers
- Conduct market and competitor analysis
- Manage sales forecasts and inventory
- Prepare sales performance reports
Required Skills
- 3-5 years buying/merchandising experience
- Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin, English
- Household/furniture product knowledge
- Data analysis and budgeting skills
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Plan merchandise strategic launches and promotions and determine pricing strategy.
- Source/develop new items and negotiate prices with suppliers.
- Assist in developing optimum product mix, market research, market competitor analysis, and data analysis.
- Sales forecasting, budget management, and sales performance analysis reports.
- Monitor and implement effective inventory control.
- Identify problems and propose an improvement plan.
- Any other ad-hoc duties assigned by the Merchandising Manager.
Requirements:
- Preferably, those with household or furniture product knowledge will be an added advantage.
- Willing to travel locally & overseas.
- Required language(s): Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin & English. Mandarin speakers will be an added advantage.
- At least 3-5 years of working experience, in buying/merchandising/purchasing.