Junior Merchandising Associate - Business Development (Fresh grads are welcomed!)

What you'll do

Your primary focus will be identifying popular products, negotiating with brands, retailers and suppliers, and ensuring a diverse, high-quality product assortment that meets customer demands. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, such as operations, and marketing, to drive sales growth, enhance customer satisfaction, and contribute to the overall profitability of the stores.

• Product Sourcing and Selection - Identify emerging market trends, customer demands, and popular product categories to curate a compelling product assortment.
• Supplier Management and Negotiation - Establish and maintain strong relationships with brands, retailers and suppliers, negotiating favourable pricing, terms, and conditions for product procurement.
• Inventory Planning and Management - Analyze sales data, market demand, and stock levels to determine optimal inventory quantities and ensure product availability on the platform. 
• Pricing and Promotion Strategy - To develop pricing strategies and promotional campaigns to drive sales and profitability.
• Performance Analysis - Track and analyze product performance, including sales, customer ratings, returns, and other relevant metrics.

Requirements

• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply!
• Working experience in eCommerce or retail environment would be an added advantage.
• Good analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and trends, and make informed purchasing decisions.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills to effectively collaborate with suppliers and internal teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.