Merchandise Manager

Maintain contacts with the vendors in order to ensure timely delivery of goods and ensure inventory plans are executed to meet the required standards
• Partner with merchants to forecast the future trends and predict exact demand while ensuring that products are delivered on time
• Manage and develop effective weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly merchandise plans.
• Lead and oversees the buying requirements and formulate a buying plan and budget for the brand/category and ensures proper monitoring of orders
• Coordinates regular meetings with Operation Managers/Store Managers to share insights arising from market dynamics and brand/category performance
• Assist in communicating comprehensive product and financial strategies while overseeing pricing procedures
• Ensure accurate execution of in-store visual merchandising standards and guidelines
• Ensure all products are available within brand range
• Ensure all visual equipment is safely stored and kept in good condition
• Collaborate with all stakeholders to deliver a strong and consistent brand image within the store
• Ensure promotions and best-selling products are featured in key locations in the store
• Support the creation of a merchandising / design criteria in line with the design guidelines