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About the Role
This role is responsible for developing and executing product strategies, managing inventory, and driving sales promotions for the Japanese market within a luxury brand context.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute annual and seasonal product strategies, buying plans, and sales plans.
- Collaborate with the global merchandising team to determine the optimal product assortment for the Japan market.
- Lead new product introduction projects in collaboration with the worldwide team.
- Manage the entire product lifecycle from procurement to sales, maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
- Analyze sales data and market trends to optimize inventory, maximize sales opportunities, and minimize obsolete stock.
- Develop and execute product allocation plans for stores.
- Develop sales promotion strategies and execute them in collaboration with marketing, VMD, and retail teams.
- Conduct detailed analysis of sales data, customer feedback, and market research results to formulate sales reviews and action plans.
- Support the proposal and implementation of merchandising and in-store promotions for retail stores.
- Manage budgets related to sales, profit, and inventory for the assigned category, and perform budget vs. actuals control.
- Work closely and communicate smoothly with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including retail, marketing, VMD, and supply chain teams.
- Utilize business-level English proficiency to accurately convey the needs of the Japanese market and negotiate effectively with the global team.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of practical experience in merchandising (MD) within a luxury brand or fashion industry, with a strong emphasis on planning experience.
- Data analysis skills and the ability to formulate and execute strategies based on data.
- Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English (reading, writing, conversation).
- Strong negotiation and communication skills in English are particularly required due to frequent communication with global headquarters.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as negotiation abilities.
- Enjoys change, maintains constant curiosity, and is committed to achieving results.
- Prefers working in a team and can collaborate effectively.
- Strong numerical aptitude and logical thinking skills.
- Experience in the luxury consumer goods industry is preferred.
Skills
- Product Strategy Development
- Merchandising
- Inventory Management
- Sales Promotion
- Data Analysis
- Budget Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Negotiation
- Communication
Location
- Japan
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 3+ years of merchandising experience
About the Company
- Founded in 1829, Delvaux is a truly Belgian brand, the Oldest Fine Leather Goods House in the World.
- La Maison has remained at the forefront of luxury leather goods for nearly two centuries because of its savoir-faire, uncompromising craftsmanship and the outstanding quality of its creations.