FAQs
What is the primary responsibility of a Shoes Retail Merchandiser?
The primary responsibility is to support all activities related to sales reports and forecasts, buying guidelines, assortment revisions, briefing documents, and retail presentations.
What qualifications are required for this position?
A Master’s degree in Business Administration, Management Engineering, or related fields is required, along with 3-5 years of experience in fashion or luxury companies in roles like Retail Merchandiser, Sales Planner, Buyer, or Business Analyst.
Which skills are essential for this role?
Essential skills include proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint), analytical mindset for deep-dive analysis of sales performance, strong relational and team-working skills, excellent verbal and written communication abilities, and fluency in English.
What kind of experience is preferred for applicants?
Preferred experience includes working in fashion or luxury companies in roles such as Retail Merchandiser, Sales Planner, Buyer, or Business Analyst for 3-5 years.
Is familiarity with specific software important for this job?
Yes, proficiency in MS Office applications is required, and experience with BO and BI tools is preferred.
What role does the Shoes Retail Merchandiser play in sales forecasting?
The Shoes Retail Merchandiser monitors sales, elaborates sales forecasts and projections, optimizes stock levels across channels, and proposes transfers, cancellations, and replenishments based on analysis.
Will the Shoes Retail Merchandiser collaborate with other departments?
Yes, the Retail Merchandiser will collaborate with other corporate departments like Collection and Visual Merchandising, Planning, and Finance on cross-functional activities to fulfill retail needs.
What type of analysis is performed by the Shoes Retail Merchandiser?
The analysis performed includes evaluating business performance based on sell-thru, sell-in, sell-out, identifying best sellers and slow movers, and analyzing other relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
How does the Retail Merchandiser contribute to the buying campaign?
The Retail Merchandiser contributes by defining guidelines to the regional merchandising teams, defining product assortments, and ensuring consistency with the overall merchandising strategy during the buying campaign.
What can candidates expect regarding communication skills in this role?
Candidates can expect to need strong communication skills, including excellent verbal and written abilities, strong listening skills, and comfort with public speaking, as these are crucial for effective collaboration and presentations.