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Merchandising Manager (Lifestyle Fashion Brand) Jobs in Hong Kong SAR at DNA Recruit Partners
Title: Merchandising Manager (Lifestyle Fashion Brand)
Company: DNA Recruit Partners
Location: Hong Kong SAR
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It’s in your DNA for this role.A leading lifestyle fashion retailer in Hong Kong, with a strong presence across over 20 locations, is seeking an experienced Merchandising Manager to oversee their Hong Kong and Macau operations. This role is critical in driving the company’s buying strategies and financial success.Key Responsibilities
Spearhead the team responsible for the buying process within the Hong Kong and Macau markets.
Develop and execute annual and seasonal buying strategies and budget plans to meet objectives related to sales, profitability, and inventory management.
Oversee Open-to-Buy (OTB) planning, budgeting, forecasting, and assortment planning to align merchandise mix with market demands.
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 to meet sales goals.
Work collaboratively with teams in retail operations, marketing, and visual merchandising to align on sales trends and marketing initiatives.
Analyze performance data against financial targets, assessing the effectiveness of buying decisions and the feasibility of future targets.
Keep abreast of market trends to inform buying decisions and merchandise strategies.
Drive volume, gross margin, and profitability through strategic merchandise buying and promotional activities.
Engage in regular site visits and participate in international trade shows.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Clothing, or a closely related field.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in fashion retail or wholesale buying, including a minimum of 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.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical abilities, with a keen eye for detail and a profound understanding of retail metrics.
A self-starter, driven, with proven leadership capabilities.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Willingness to travel as needed.
All personal information will be used only for recruitment purposes.
Please apply with your full resume with current/ last salary, expected salary and contact phone number to 9761 407…
