Merchandise Manager

• Working location : Hochiminh office |     Type of employee : Fulltime
• Report to : Vice President |     Level : Manager
• Type of working : On-site
• The Merchandise Manager  is responsible for leading the Company‘s merchandising function across all brands and product categories.
• This role oversees merchandise planning, buying, inventory management, pricing strategy, product allocation, supplier management, and product development to support business growth and optimize commercial performance.
• Working closely with Headquarter and cross-functional teams, the Merchandise Manager also leads merchandising activities for licensing, ODM, and OEM products while driving operational excellence across the product lifecycle.
• I. KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop and execute merchandise strategies, including Open-to-Buy (OTB) plans, buying plans, seasonal assortment planning, and order management across all brands.
• Lead inventory planning, product allocation, replenishment, pricing strategy, and merchandise distribution to optimize sales performance and inventory efficiency.
• Monitor sales performance, market trends, customer insights, and business data to provide commercial analysis and support strategic decision-making.
• Manage merchandise master data, shipment schedules, product launches, new store openings, promotions, sales events, and other merchandising operations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Headquarter, suppliers, and business partners while overseeing merchandising activities related to licensing, ODM, and OEM products.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Merchandise team, ensuring effective collaboration with Sales, Retail, E-Commerce, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, and other cross-functional teams.
• Drive continuous improvement of merchandising processes, operational efficiency, and other projects assigned by the Line Manager.

II. REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor‘s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Merchandising or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of experience, including 2 years in a managerial or team leadership role,  preferably within the fashion, sportswear, footwear, or lifestyle retail industry.
• Strong experience in merchandise planning, buying, inventory management, pricing strategy, and commercial analysis.
• Experience working with international brands, global suppliers is highly preferred.
• Exposure to Licensing, ODM, OEM, or private label product development is a strong advantage.
• Strong analytical, planning, and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple brands and business priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and merchandising systems (ERP/Odoo experience is a plus).
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

III. RECRUITMENT PROCESS

• CV Application → Interview with HR & Line Manager.
• Reference checks will be conducted for shortlisted candidates at the final stage of the recruitment process.
• Qualified Candidates will be shortlisted and contacted