Job Description
Join Erajaya's dynamic merchandising team as an Assistant Manager where you'll drive product strategy and profitability. This role involves tactical demand planning for promotions and sales forecasting, ensuring optimal inventory levels while maximizing gross profit margins. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to align merchandising initiatives with business objectives, analyze market trends to identify growth opportunities, and implement data-driven strategies to enhance product performance. The position requires proactive decision-making in a fast-paced retail environment, with a focus on ROI optimization and category management excellence.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute tactical demand plans for product promotions and sales forecasting
- Maximize product gross profit through strategic pricing and inventory management
- Analyze sales data and market trends to inform merchandising decisions
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams on product strategies
- Monitor product performance metrics and provide actionable insights
- Optimize stock levels to minimize costs while maximizing availability
- Support category management initiatives and new product launches
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or Supply Chain Management
- 2+ years of experience in retail merchandising or product management
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools
- Knowledge of demand planning methodologies and inventory control systems
- Experience with retail KPIs and profit margin optimization
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Proven ability to work in deadline-driven retail environments