Merchandiser

We are an American luxury lifestyle brand, founded in 2004. Anchored in the casual elegance of American sportswear, Tory’s design philosophy is defined by effortless silhouettes, innovative materials, eclectic juxtapositions of color, and the tension of past and present. The collections include ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, accessories, jewelry, home and beauty.

Empowering women is the company’s guiding principle, expressed through Tory’s collections and reflected in the company culture as well as the work of the Tory Burch Foundation. Established in 2009, the Foundation provides women entrepreneurs in the United States with capital, education and community.

You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore, discover and, as important, laugh together. If you’re prepared to work hard, create impact, and have fun while doing it, we would love to have you join #TeamTory. Apply today!

Life @ToryBurch is Special Because:

When you join us, you’re joining a global, purpose-led company on an exciting growth journey with an amazing culture and great benefits.

Our culture is welcoming and inclusive -- everyone is empowered to make a difference.

We have the best team in the world and believe in paying competitively and rewarding for high performance.

Your overall well-being is important to us; we offer generous benefits to help you take care of your mental and physical health, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life.

We love seeing our employees wear our beautiful collections. You’ll receive a generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales.

We are invested in your professional growth – you’ll have access to free executive coaching on-demand.

This Role is Tailor-Made for You Because:

A Day in the Life:

JOB SUMMARY

The merchandiser will assist in buying and assorting merchandise of categories of Shoes & Jewelry for Retail stores in Greater China, in accordance with corporate guidance and providing on-going feedback around merchandise needs on the assigned categories. He or she is required to assisting in the development of merchandise plans focused on sales, markdowns, inventory, and growth opportunity. Proactively collaborate with cross-functional partners including planning, allocation and visual merchandising to align product strategies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

BUYING

Assist in formulating the buying strategy and the buying process to make sure each buy is done properly (quantity and styles) by assorting the line, analyzing history, and identifying volume drivers to maximize sales for each season with guidance and collaboration with the Corporate Buying function

Prepare regular sales reports with updated information on routine basis (weekly/monthly/ seasonally) & detailed market feedback

Work closely with PR to incorporate Look Book selections in Buy

Work closely with VM for the Windows to maintain a global image

Support in preparing seasonal product training with brand presentation and material translation

Be responsible for the merchandise distribution, stock allocation and merchandise reordering management

Monitor closely the stock movement of individual shops, work closely with planning team to arrange inter-shop stocks transfers to maximize sales and optimize inventory

PROVIDE FEEDBACK ON LOCAL MARKETS NEEDS & MERCHANDISING STRATEGY

On-going communication with Merchandising Team in U.S. on local market needs and specific country requests, that include but not limited to special products, new stores opening and new initiatives of the region

In touch with local industry trends and competitor awareness in pricing, trend, quality and products offers

Responsible for the Seasonal Product training to the Retail team

Conduct product training when season kick off to retail staff to ensure they possess good knowledge

Provide the specific training (trendy Information, key item focus, regional delivery timetable) to retail staff and tracking their performance

Support and work with training team regarding to product knowledge and in-store activity to enhance training throughout the season

Translate the relevant materials on product knowledge

SALES DRIVER AND OWNERSHIP

Run varies sales reports and analyze data weekly to identify current sales trend, inventory situation, and opportunities, recommending action plan weekly on ground in order to drive sales:

Sales/EOH by season, concept, class, style, stores

Co-ordinate with Creative presentation team to maximize the sales opportunities

Recommend Markdowns/Promotions

Call out any Initial Product delivery issues and/or Propose Replenishment

Co-ordinate Bi- Weekly products transfer/consolidation

Proposing Incentive Plans

Event planning and coordination merchandising related

Support retail team on merchandising related such as defective products, system retail price error, store product request etc.

EDUCATION & PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED

Degree holder in Fashion Merchandising/ Business or related disciplines

A minimum of 3 years fashion retail merchandising experience. Previous regional buying experience in luxury fashion industry

Strong planning, communication and presentation skills

Sound business acumen and retail numerical sense, detailed mind with strong analytical skills

Proficiency in MS Office Applications and advanced in Excel

Excellent command in English & Chinese

To Land This Role:

Why You'll Want to Join Our Team:

How We Work Together

Adaptable – We change before we have to

Entrepreneurial – We own it

Collaborative – There’s no “I” in Tory

Client & Brand Focused – We put ourselves in Tory’s shoes

Live the Values – We show up for each other

Functional Expertise – We’re constantly learning and growing

#TeamTory Values

We show up with honesty & kindness, act with integrity & compassion, work with passion & humility and lead with excellence & humor.