Group Merchandising Director - Grocery

Group Merchandising Director - Grocery

Client Details

Our client is a front runner in the omnichannel retail scene experiencing a massive growth & scale phase. The team is currently in search of a highly experienced and strategic Merchandising leader to help shape the business.

Description

Group Merchandising Director - Grocery

Primarily responsible for product strategy, category assortment, the growth of all the brands and the creation of products and categories including the private labels.Development of the overall merchandising strategy, balancing foresight, trends, and other business drivers across various sales channels.Success factors include leading the planning process in order to achieve or exceed financial targets by actively partnering and collaborating across the Supply Chain, Store Operations and Marketing.Identify and recommend new vendors, prepare vendor evaluations, and the conduct of regular vendor audits as against sales and gross profit growth opportunities.Continuous market monitoring and benchmarking (including reports and data gathering) to ensure alignment against competitors and allow us to maintain our presence in the market.People management & stakeholder collaboration - marketing, supply chain, operations

Profile

Proven leader with 10+ years' merchandising experience in the supermarket industry, including at least 5 years of being in a senior leadership positionRequired experience in handling fresh category & private labelSuccessful experience leading significant change in complex & matrixed environment - start up mentalityData driven, analytical, strategic approach

Job Offer

The culture is demanding but if you are confident and have a can-do attitude the potential rewards are significant. The firm is also very focused on developing and training its people to the highest standards.

If you are driven, determined, and want to take the next step in your career, this is the role for you. Great career progression opportunities await the right person in this exciting Group Merchandising Director - Grocery role.

Head office is located in Metro Manila, Philippines with temporary remote work options available.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below or email Lyca Arellano on lycaarellano at michaelpage.com.ph and quote the Job ref in the subject.