MD Manager

Key Responsibilities Product Strategy Development and Execution:

• Deeply understand Delvaux's brand concept and world view, and analyze Japanese market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
• Develop and execute annual and seasonal product strategies, buying plans, and sales plans.
• Collaborate with the global merchandising team to determine the optimal product assortment (selection, quantity, price range) for the Japan market.
• Lead new product introduction projects in collaboration with the worldwide team.

Inventory Management And Optimization

• Manage the entire product lifecycle from procurement to sales, maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to optimize inventory, maximize sales opportunities, and minimize obsolete stock.
• Develop and execute product allocation plans for stores.

Sales Promotion And Analysis

• Develop sales promotion strategies and execute them in collaboration with marketing, VMD (Visual Merchandising), and retail teams.
• Conduct detailed analysis of sales data, customer feedback, and market research results to formulate sales reviews and action plans.
• Support the proposal and implementation of merchandising and in-store promotions for retail stores.

Budget Management And Reporting

• Manage budgets related to sales, profit, and inventory for the assigned category, and perform budget vs. actuals control.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely and communicate smoothly with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including retail, marketing, VMD, and supply chain teams
• Especially in collaboration with the global team, utilize business-level English proficiency to accurately convey the needs of the Japanese market and negotiate effectively

Qualifications

• Required Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of practical experience in merchandising (MD) within a luxury brand or fashion industry, with a strong emphasis on planning experience

• Data analysis skills and the ability to formulate and execute strategies based on data

• Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English (reading, writing, conversation). Strong negotiation and communication skills in English are particularly required due to frequent communication with global headquarters

• Desired Skills & Personal Attributes:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as negotiation abilities

• Enjoys change, maintains constant curiosity, and is committed to achieving results

• Prefers working in a team and can collaborate effectively

• Strong numerical aptitude and logical thinking skills

Preferred Experience/Skills

• Experience in the luxury consumer goods industry