Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Product Manager to lead their Household Appliances division. This role offers an exciting opportunity to take charge of the entire pre-season planning process, including detailed analytics and documentation for all categories. Your expertise in evaluating past seasons, setting assortment strategy frameworks, and generating baseline forecasts will be crucial in driving the company's success.
What you'll do:
As a Product Manager for Household Appliances, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our client's product lines. You will lead the entire pre-season planning process, leveraging your analytical skills to evaluate past performance and set strategic frameworks for future assortments. Your ability to collaborate with regional counterparts will be key in building successful seasonal lines that meet consumer requirements and drive company profitability. Additionally, your expertise in forecasting, budgeting, and stock management will ensure efficient operations and optimal customer satisfaction.
- Lead and own the entire pre-season planning process for all categories.
- Evaluate and document learning from previous seasons at article level for all categories.
- Define and set season assortment strategy framework.
- Work with regional counterparts to build and finalize a successful season line.
- Generate baseline forecast using historical sales data, market conditions, and demand planning strategies.
- Ensure all purchases align with approved budgets and price structures.
- Maintain an up-to-date delivery schedule and take immediate actions in case of late deliveries.
- Review merchandising reports and take necessary action.
- Achieve assigned stock rotation annually based on official yearly budget.
- Implement required actions to ensure aging stock is within the norms of the company.
What you bring:
The ideal candidate for this Product Manager role brings a wealth of experience in strategic planning, forecasting, and stock management within the household appliances sector. Your proven track record in leading pre-season planning processes, evaluating past performance, and setting strategic frameworks will be key to your success in this role. Your ability to collaborate effectively with regional counterparts and manage delivery schedules will ensure the smooth operation of our client's product lines. Additionally, your expertise in budgeting, price structuring, and managing aging stock will contribute significantly to the company's profitability.
- Strong experience in leading pre-season planning processes across multiple categories.
- Proven ability to evaluate past performance and apply learnings to future strategies.
- Experience in setting assortment strategy frameworks at category/classification/price-point level.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with regional counterparts to build successful product lines.
- Expertise in generating baseline forecasts using various data sources and planning strategies.
- Strong understanding of budgeting processes and price structuring.
- Experience in managing delivery schedules and taking immediate action when necessary.
- Proven ability to review merchandising reports and take appropriate action.
- Experience in achieving assigned stock rotation targets.
- Ability to implement effective strategies for managing aging stock.
What sets this company apart:
Our client is a global leader in the manufacturing and retail of quality footwear, boasting over 30,000 employees, 24 production facilities, and more than 5,000 stores across 70 countries. For over 120 years, they have been committed to providing the best products at the best prices, backed by unparalleled service. This commitment extends to their employees as well, offering a supportive work environment that fosters growth and development.
What's next:
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today for this exciting opportunity!
Apply today by clicking on the link provided. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C
