Retail Merchandiser, Prada Man LTG (Contractor)

Founded in 1913 in Italy, the Prada Group was built on a tradition of excellence and with a vision of innovation. Our Iconic Brands include PRADA, Miu Miu, Church’s, Car Shoe and Pasticceria Marchesi and we are currently operating in more than 45 Countries, embracing employees of more than 100 nationalities.

Joining our Company means working in a creative and international environment, with teams of people motivated by curiosity and the quest for excellence. The engine of our success is the importance and value that we place on the talent and passion of our people leading to their own professional growth.

JOB PURPOSE

To manage the buying and retail merchandising function of the designed brand and category, Prada Man Leathergoods and Accessories, to optimize business volume while respecting the fashion direction from the group.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop buying budgets and the merchandise selection of the designated lines for the shops in his/her designated area.
• Maintain up-to-date records for the stock receipts, stock holding, and stock for sale etc. information for management’s review.
• In-charge of merchandise replenishment for all shops to ensure shops are properly merchandised
• Select and buy merchandise and coordinate necessary follow up with Italy on order confirmation, shipment and actual receipts of all merchandise.
• Coordinate with visual merchandising and retail operations department to ensure that all shops are presented to customers in line with the Company’s policy.
• Compile and submit all necessary sales, inventory, forecasts, budgets, etc. information as may be required by management from time to time.
• Provide product training to retail staff to ensure they possess good knowledge for each collection

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Economic, analytical/numerical background, combined with a knowledge of the world of fashion/luxury and products

Similar 7-10 year experience in this role

Fashion/luxury-oriented and knowledge of Retail basic principles

Familiar with SAP system and MS office especially Excel

Strong sensitivity and aesthetic sense

Passion for international context and for the various social and cultural contexts