Director of In-Season Trading responsible for expanding merchandise performance across retail channels. Leading strategy and governance to optimize inventory and sales results in Shanghai.
Responsibilities
Own MW stores merchandise performance including sell-through, inventory productivity, weeks of cover, and gross margin optimization.
Drive allocation and replenishment governance to balance demand, supply, and store capacity.
Identify structural business opportunities and risks through data-driven insights and translate them into strategic action plans.
Ensure disciplined inventory lifecycle management including launch, replenishment, markdown, and liquidation.
Define and lead the in-season merchandise operation strategy aligned with overall commercial and retail strategy.
Establish robust OTB governance, demand planning alignment, and replenishment frameworks.
Drive capacity planning integration between warehouse, supply chain, and retail network.
Act as key business partner to Buying, Planning, Product sales, Retail Operations, SCM, Finance, and Marketing.
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing in-season trading team.
Proactively manage inventory risk, aged stock exposure, and capacity constraints.
Requirements
University degree required; MBA preferred.
Minimum 10+ years in merchandise planning / allocation / retail operations within recognized retail brands (fashion / sports / FMCG).
Minimum 3 years in leadership role managing managers.
Proven track record in driving merchandise productivity and inventory optimization.
Strong commercial acumen and financial understanding.
Advanced Excel modeling and analytical capability.
Strong PowerPoint and executive presentation skills.
Experience with replenishment systems and digital tools preferred.
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