Category Manager / Merchandiser, Foodline (AEON BiG - Based in Subang Jaya Office)

Category Manager / Merchandiser, Foodline (AEON BiG - Subang Jaya Office)

To develop yearly purchase and sales action plans within assigned category to achieve or exceed turnover and margin targets.

To achieve sales and margin objectives through investigating, making changes to current assortments, price points aligned with customer needs, market trends, supplier trends and merchandise strategy, ensuring adherence to the “1 in, 1 out” principle and choosing between local purchase and direct global sourcing; ensuring optimal marketing mix management (product, price, location, timing).

Define detailed product assortments; review and update implementation rules and space allocation within the category to reflect new assortments and priorities.

Develop and ensure communication toward store execution of defined promotion plan(s) within own category, deciding and allocating stock for scheduled promotion campaigns whenever products are available at good price.

Develop and propose new business concepts to differentiate from competitors, creating the “new or refreshing” experience for customers and enhancing department sales performance.

Monitor stock aging performance and delivery within category; ensure optimal delivery lead time and take corrective measures as necessary.

Develop, search and manage existing and new suppliers’ portfolio with good relations; negotiate permanent and promotional buying terms and renew yearly Aeon Big trading agreement contracts per conditions (rebated, listing fee, fixed guarantee, etc.) set out.

Maintain good working relation within the division, inter‑department, cross‑functional team and store team to foster respect, solidarity and co‑operative communication; animate communication within inter‑departments and inter‑stores.

Monitor, review and confirm customers profile, suppliers’ market, competition practices and market trends through market and competitor store visits.

Job Requirements

Candidate must possess at least a Diploma, Advanced / Higher / Graduate Diploma in any related field.

At least 3 years of working experience as a Merchandiser are required for this position.

The candidate must be able to work in AEON BiG Subang Jaya office.

Application Questions

• How many years' experience do you have as a category manager?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

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