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About the Role

The Merchandising Senior Manager oversees purchasing activities in Japan and the Islands, managing merchandising, buying, new product launches, network and distribution, and markdown planning to ensure optimal performance. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional departments, particularly the headquarters team, to align strategies and drive business success.

Responsibilities

• Work with the local Merchandising team to achieve sales/sell-through targets.
• Manage and monitor sales performance daily/monthly/annually to achieve sales budget.
• Plan buying strategy and align with report line and HQ team.
• Identify target assortment for matching regional market needs to maximize sales opportunity.
• Provide product training for the regional team, including stores, before the launch of new seasons and during the season.
• Work on special projects such as Capsules, Store Events, Store Restyling, Pop-ups, and Gaisho events.
• Manage and monitor inventory levels to maximize sales and maintain stable inventory for carry-over by store level, aiming to reach sell-through targets for seasonal options.
• Conduct extensive market research and analysis.
• Create strong collaboration with VMD, Retail, Stores, and other related divisions.

Requirements

• Ability to travel.

Skills

• Business level of English and Japanese.
• 10+ years of Merchandising experience in luxury industries.
• Experience in a retail environment with hands-on knowledge of retail processes and procedures.

Location

• Japan

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 10+ years

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree or Equivalent

About the Company

• Founded in 1913 in Italy, the Prada Group has built on a tradition of excellence with a vision of innovation.
• The Group is a world leader in the luxury sector, operating in over 45 countries with the brands PRADA, Miu Miu, Versace, Church's, Car Shoe, and Luna Rossa.
• The company employs people of over 100 nationalities.
• Joining our company means working in a creative and international environment, with teams of people motivated by curiosity and the pursuit of excellence.
• The engine of our success is the importance and value we place on the talent and passion of our people, fostering their professional growth.

Equal Opportunity

• The Prada Group promotes an inclusive work environment, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or other personal characteristics.
• We believe that diversity is a value and we are committed to building a fair and respectful work environment for everyone.