Category Manager

2 days ago

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia ZALORA SOUTH EAST ASIA PTE LTD Full time 800,000 - 1,000,000 per year

We are looking for a Regional Category Manager based in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) to develop ZALORA's Luxury outright portfolio.

Analysing luxury consumer buying patterns and predicting future trends are two really important responsibilities for this role. 

The Category Manager will implement the merchandising strategies and ensure that product offer is in line with the customer demands whilst driving the business forward by negotiating contracts with new and existing suppliers. The Category Manager is responsible for maximizing commercial opportunities through effective management of inventory, driving sales through improved availability and forecasting, and price management.

This is a unique, exciting opportunity to influence minds and make an impact at ZALORA in order to deliver our growth ambition in this exciting category.

Responsibilities:

Build strong relationships with new and existing luxury suppliers by negotiating the best offers, margin structures and marketing investmentsFormulate buying strategies, develop OTB plans and product mix allocation to optimize sales plan and gross marginMonitor and drive the growth of the outright segment: create and execute a strategic plan that delivers business opportunities for Zalora Luxury with an accurate forecasting, future trends prediction and internal performance management/analysisMonitor inventory, delivery situation to ensure timely product availability and maximize sales opportunities during the season and mega campaigns.Handle various sets of daily, weekly and monthly business reports to improve visibility of category performance to senior managementManage senior and junior fashion buyers who support the day to day operations and execute monthly ordersLiaise with internal departments and work with Marketing and Campaign Teams to incorporate luxury promotions into ZALORA's marketing calendar Work with the suppliers/internal teams to continuously improve operational aspects of the business that directly impact the customer experience: reduce the defective rate, improve the packaging, handle customer service inquiries, etc.

Requirements:

Minimum 5 years of work experience in fashion merchandising/buying with international luxury retail companies preferredExcellent English skills requiredBachelor in Business, Fashion, Finance or related fieldStrong fashion sense, with working knowledge of South-East Asia marketsExposure in e-commerce industry is preferredGreat negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to forge effective cross-functional team relationships and confidently interact with senior stakeholders internally and externally to deliver business outcomesWillingness to work in a multicultural environmentRobust commercial understanding, P&L literacy with innate numerical and analytical skills and ability to derive insights from data. Proactivity and entrepreneurial mindset to flex the needs of the role as the category developsAdvance working knowledge of Excel & PowerPoint; Tableau or Looker are preferred

Wonder how it's like to build your career with ZALORA? Inspired by employees, we believe you'll be in for:

An exciting platform to make your success storyHave the utmost care for your mental and physical wellbeingFlexibility weaved into your lifestyleA seamless work environment with a friendly & team-fueled cultureCareer growth aligned to your professional and personal needs and goals

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The ZALORA Story

ZALORA is Asia's Online Fashion Destination. Founded in 2012, the company has a presence in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Hong Kong. ZALORA is part of Global Fashion Group, the world's leader in online fashion for emerging markets. ZALORA offers an extensive collection of top international and local brands and products across apparel, shoes, accessories, and beauty categories for men and women. Offering up to 30-day free returns, speedy deliveries as fast as 3 hours, free delivery over a certain spend, and multiple payment methods including cash-on-delivery, ZALORA is the online shopping destination with endless fashion possibilities.

ZALORA is not obligated to accept resumes from any third parties on behalf of potential candidates for any position (advertised or otherwise) by any means, unless ZALORA has executed a written agreement with such third party and has expressly requested such third party for candidate referrals. Third parties who provide unsolicited resumes of candidate(s) shall waive and forfeit all rights to claim for any placement fees or referral fees in the event that such candidate is eventually engaged or employed by ZALORA or Global Fashion Group.

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