Job Description
Our client is an established F&B Retail Chain . To support rapid growth and expansion, they are looking for a Senior Merchandising Manager.
Job Responsibilities
Merchandising Strategy:
- Develop and implement the overall merchandising strategy to meet business objectives and consumer demand.
- Analyze market trends, customer preferences, and competitive activity to optimize product assortment.
Supplier Management:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate competitive trading terms, rebates, and marketing income.
- Conduct regular business reviews with suppliers to ensure alignment with sales and profitability goals.
Category Management:
- Oversee category performance and develop plans for product introductions, promotions, and exits to optimize sales and inventory levels.
- Analyze product sales data and adjust assortments and pricing strategies accordingly.
Trading Terms and Rebates:
- Negotiate and manage trading terms, supplier rebates, and promotional support to drive profitability.
- Ensure all agreements with suppliers are compliant with company standards and provide maximum benefit.
Marketing Income and Promotions:
- Develop collaborative marketing campaigns with suppliers, ensuring that promotional activities drive incremental sales and supplier marketing income.
- Work closely with the marketing team to coordinate in-store and digital promotions.
Profitability and Reporting:
- Monitor and analyze sales, profit margins, and other key financial metrics to ensure the merchandising plan delivers on company targets.
- Prepare regular reports on merchandising performance, supplier contributions, and promotional effectiveness.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Collaborate closely with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to ensure smooth execution of merchandising plans.
- Work with the store team to ensure optimal product presentation and merchandising standards are met in-store.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in merchandising or category management, preferably in the retail or FMCG sector.
- Strong experience in negotiating trading terms, rebates, and supplier marketing income.
- Excellent analytical and negotiation skills, with a proven track record of driving category growth and profitability.
- Strong communication and relationship management skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing market conditions.
Reporting To
Head of Merchandising
For more information or confidential consultation, please do not hesitate to contact (Nikki) at (012-7732998) or at name nikkita.seth@bell-ward.com.
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