Montblanc Regional Merchandising Manager

Hong Kong • China

Monday, December 30, 2024

Montblanc, a prestigious name in the luxury goods sector, is renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and timeless elegance. As part of the Richemont Group, Montblanc benefits from the conglomerate's vast resources and global reach, offering employees a dynamic and enriching work environment. The brand is committed to innovation and excellence, making it an ideal workplace for those passionate about luxury fashion and accessories.

1. Manage seasonal buying, defining assortments by cluster, market, sales channels, and POS level, ensuring inventory and sales performance balance while considering clientele.
2. Collaborate with the supply chain team on allocation and supply chain-related topics.
3. Partner with the training team for seasonal and product-related training needs in stores.
4. Drive sell-through of new products by implementing quality actions and constant reviews.
5. Provide proactive follow-up and communication on new launches to all sales channels' teams.
6. Collaborate with Visual Merchandising to develop regional-specific guidelines.
7. Consolidate market feedback for communication with headquarters and act as a liaison between HQ and local teams.
8. Collect market intelligence, including competitors' best sellers or trend surveys.
9. Identify specific market opportunities in collaboration with the local team.
10. Develop products for specific countries within the South Asia region.
11. Assist in defining and reviewing sales budgets by sales channels and categories.
12. Coordinate with local teams on category planning, quarterly sales forecasts, and sales plans by store and cluster.
13. Enhance SKU efficiencies and manage merchandising reporting.
14. Evaluate the productivity of full-price merchandise and develop exit proposals for outlet liquidation.
15. Lead and support ongoing and future merchandising projects.

1. Degree or higher in Merchandising, Business, or a related discipline.
2. At least 10 years of merchandising experience, preferably in the retail industry.
3. Knowledge of supply chain processes is advantageous.

1. Strong analytical and communication skills.
2. Independent and proactive work ethic.
3. Proficiency in Excel, Power Pivot, PowerPoint, Power BI, and Anaplan.
4. Experience with SAP systems is a plus.
5. Fluency in both written and spoken English and Cantonese; Mandarin is a plus.

A minimum of 10 years of experience in merchandising, with a preference for candidates with a retail background.

Degree or above in Merchandising, Business, or related discipline.

Competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and employee discounts on luxury products.

Montblanc fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Employees are encouraged to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining the brand's legacy of quality and sophistication. The work environment is dynamic, with opportunities for professional growth and development.