Category Merchandising Assistant - #1163594

Key Responsibilities

1. Reporting & Data Analysis Support

• Prepare and update monthly sales, stock, and performance reports

• Support preparation of data for vendor meetings and business reviews

• Monitor product performance and highlight trends, risks, and opportunities (e.g., pricing, assortment adjustments)

2. Buying & Order Administration

• Support creation and processing of purchase orders and monthly replenishment orders

• Track delivery timelines and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely fulfilment

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date order and product records

• Support day-to-day administrative tasks related to buying operations

3. Stock Monitoring & Replenishment Support

• Monitor stock levels and flag potential out-of-stock or overstock situations

• Track ageing and slow-moving inventory and support corrective actions

• Assist in weekly replenishment reporting

• Coordinate with logistics and operations teams to resolve stock-related issues

4. Assortment & Product Coordination

• Support updates to product assortment (listing, delisting, and range changes)

• Collect and consolidate product information, specifications, and visuals from suppliers

• Maintain and update assortment databases and product listings

5. Vendor & Cross-Functional Coordination

• Act as a point of contact for suppliers on operational and administrative follow-ups

• Coordinate with internal teams (Operations, Marketing, Logistics, Finance) to ensure smooth execution of daily activities

6. Pricing, Master Data & System Support

• Support maintenance of product master data and pricing in internal systems

• Assist in implementing price changes and promotional updates

• Help identify and resolve basic data discrepancies (pricing, orders, product information)

• Ensure accuracy and compliance with internal data and operational processes

Profile & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or currently pursuing) in Business, Marketing, Retail, or a related field

• Prior internship or exposure in retail, FMCG, merchandising, or buying is advantageous

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (data handling, reporting, and basic analysis)

• Proactive, reliable, and a strong team player

• Strong interest in retail, consumer brands, and international business environments

Key Success Factors

• High accuracy and attention to detail in all deliverables

• Strong organisation, prioritisation, and follow-up skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication and coordination skills across teams and vendors

• Willingness to learn and develop within a dynamic category merchandising function