Assistant Merchandise/ Merchandise Manager - Electronics (Small/Large Appliance)

About the Role

Manages, conceptualizes, develops and purchases Electronics (Small/Large Appliance) products in accordance with the guidelines of the Senior Commercial Manager in order to achieve the launch target, sales and profit targets for specific product groups.

Responsibilities

• Plan and select a range of Electronics (Small/Large Appliance) products to sell
• Set up plans to achieve sales targets and other income
• Manage and control budget allocation for each supplier
• Assess customer demand including price, quality and availability
• Capture, analyze and predict future market trends and respond to changes in demand
• Evaluate company financial budgets and policies related to Electronics products
• Maximize profits at competitive prices through benchmarking with rivals
• Ensure developed products meet or exceed benchmark quality and align with brand positioning on price
• Understand product seasonality, popularity and timing
• Regularly review performance indicators such as sales and discount levels
• Manage stock level planning and react to logistics changes
• Meet suppliers, negotiate contract terms and maintain supplier relationships
• Source new suppliers for future needs
• Participate in promotional activities and understand customer needs
• Write reports, forecast sales levels and present to the Senior Commercial Manager

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in marketing, international business administration or related field
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in sourcing or buying for Electronics (Small/Large Appliance) or related product categories
• Good English skill is preferred
• Data-driven decision making and proficiency with data tools are necessary
• Strong negotiation skills and good sense of merchandising and commercial strategy
• Initiative, proactive mindset and positive "can do" attitude
• Ability to multitask, respond quickly and work under pressure
• Result-oriented and detail-oriented