Puma
Assistant Manager, Merchandising Operations & GTM
Puma, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
YOUR MISSIONThis role will be responsible for managing merchandising business database, facilitating business planning tools, providing quality analytics and operational support to Merchandising team to achieve company’s business goal along with Merchandising KPI’s. As a representative of GTM in Malaysia market, he/she will be take ownership of tradeshow preparation, including digital catalog maintenance, showroom set ups and sample logistics.Task 1: Merchandising Planning Tools and Operational SupportDesign, improve and maintain merchandising planning tools and database, including forecasting / visual range planning tools, sample portals, product line list, price maintenance and share point. Engage with stakeholders to provide necessary operational support, when is required.Task 2: Business Analysis and Financial Planning Provide quality analytics on sell-in/sell-thru, range efficiency, margin projection and any critical business reports either via MS Office or PowerBI, which will be aligned with financial plans in terms of seasonal forecast and budget.Task 3: Go-to-Market SupportClosely engage with Malaysia Wholesale team for key customer planning and sell-in with product range support.Task 4: Tradeshow Support Take ownership of tradeshow preparation, including digital catalog maintenance, showroom set ups and sample logistics.YOUR TALENTEducation: Bachelor degree in business management or equivalent studied.Professional: Functional - Min 3 years in merchandising planning, retail planning or product merchandising.Industry - Sports or lifestyle business background is a plus.IT Skills: Advanced level in MS Excel and database management. Full proficiency of handling SAP, MS Powerpoint and Macro is required.Language Skills: EnglishCompetencies: Analytical thinking / Problem solving; Negotiation Skills; Creativity & InnovationFunctional Skills: Networking and communication skills to work cross-functionally.SPEED & SPIRIT