Merchandiser - KOTON

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The position assists the Brand Manager to plan the product and assortment strategies that meets or exceeds financial goals, coordinate all the activities related to allocation and delivery of merchandise to all the stores in the region, assist in pre-season financial planning, in-season projections, open-to-buy management and new store budgets, and ensure balanced collection at stores, regular replenishment from warehouse, and inter-store transfers.

• Prepare Retail Pro reports, Sell Thru and other merchandising reports such as consolidation sheet and product breakdown reports
• Liaise with stores, logistics and warehouse departments to ensure product supply meets demand
• Analyze every aspect of the best and worst sellers (for example, best selling price points, colors or styles)
• Analyze previous season's sales and report on the current season's lines
• Optimize the volume and profitability of product categories
• Gather information relating to customer reaction towards products
• Coordinate with the buying team on product issues (orders, repeats, damages, etc.) and assist in range planning, sales analysis, and deliveries
• Prepare merchandise plans and other information required for product range presentations and reviews for buyers/brand manager
• Report competitors’ offerings and analyze opportunities for the Brand team
• Skillfully manage processing of various Retail Pro reports and invoices
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of all necessary reports and records
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all entrusted documents
• Work closely with the Merchandise Planning team on product range planning to maximize commercial opportunities and achieve the right product mix in the business at the sub-category/price point level

Apparel Group