Retail Merchandising Manager, Women’s Bags & Accessories – Asia Pacific

Job description

Position We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic Retail Merchandising Manager to oversee the Women’s Leather Goods and Shoes categories across the Asia Pacific region. The ideal candidate will employ a rationalized, data-driven approach to optimize assortment, maximize sell through and stock coverage, and ensure our product strategy aligns seamlessly with both global directives and local market dynamics.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Assortment & Buying: Strategically curate and manage the regional assortment for Women's Bags and Accessories. Formulate seasonal buying strategies and manage the Open-To-Buy with a logical approach to balance commercial viability with brand elevation.

Business Analysis & Performance Management

Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (sales, sell-through, months of coverage). Deliver concise, logical reporting on category performance, utilizing data to rationalized business decisions, inventory rebalancing, and monitoring pricing positionings.

Brand Development & Strategic Growth

Act as the regional category ambassador. Drive the strategic expansion of the Bags and Accessories business, recognizing its critical role in customer recruitment and elevation, and long-term brand positioning within the APAC market.

Inventory Optimization

Maintain a healthy inventory architecture. Collaborate closely with Planning teams in both HQ and local to ensure optimal stock allocations, minimizing stock while maximizing seasonal sell-through.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Operate diplomatically and effectively across various departments. Partner with Retail, Operations, Visual Merchandising, Retail Excellence, CRM and Marketing teams to ensure clear communication of product strategies, delivery schedules, and guidelines.

Market Intelligence

Continuously monitor the APAC luxury landscape. Provide structured feedback to Global headquarters regarding local client trends, competitor activities, and specific market requirements to influence future collection development.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience: Minimum of 10-12 years of progressive experience in retail merchandising or buying, with a proven track record in luxury Women’s Leather Goods and Shoes.

Analytical Acumen

Exceptionally strong quantitative and analytical skills. Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable business strategies.

Communication & Diplomacy

Excellent stakeholder management skills. Ability to communicate logically, concisely, and diplomatically with both regional teams and Global headquarters.

Strategic Vision

Deep understanding of the luxury retail landscape in Asia Pacific, coupled with the ability to balance short-term commercial targets with long-term brand desirability.

Language

Fluency in written and spoken Business English and Mandarin is mandatory.