Merchandise Planning
- Suggests merchandise to be purchased based on turnover, current trends and customer preferences
- Review performance indicators (e.g. sales and margin inventory)
- Write reports and forecasting sales levels on a weekly and monthly basis
- Gives directions on pricing and audit implementation in the stores
Inventory Management
- Manage timely entry and maintenance of purchase orders and final orders
- Track the status of requisitions, contracts and orders
- Ensure availability and order of stocks proportionate to merchandise movements
- Check merchandise received through MMS and confer with Senior Merchandise Manager pending or undelivered Pos for cancellation
Vendor Management
- Meet suppliers and negotiate terms of contract
- Maintain relationships with existing suppliers and sourcing new suppliers for future products
- Contact suppliers in order to schedule/expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, late deliveries and other problem
Team and People Management
- Participate in promotional activities and works with Marketing department to develop sales and advertising programs for merchandise
- Advise Store Managers regarding display and merchandising
- Give feedback to Senior Merchandise Manager on respective category specialization during selection
