Merchandiser, Merchandising, DTC Retail

1 Hour ago • 3 Years + • Product Management

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Job Description

The Merchandiser will play a crucial role in driving the Disney Store's business by developing and managing products. Key responsibilities include strategic planning for assigned categories, product development, and overall product management. This involves understanding guest trends and exceeding expectations by creating innovative and high-quality Disney merchandise. The role requires collaboration with various teams (including APAC Creative, Product Design, and Global Sourcing) to ensure smooth operations. Responsibilities also cover planning, allocation, price strategy, procurement planning, and channel planning (store and e-commerce). The successful candidate will be responsible for maximizing sales and profits within their assigned category (fashion or home goods).
Must have:
  • 3+ years experience in product development (manufacturer or SPA)
  • Character product development experience
  • Negotiation experience with vendors (deadlines, pricing)
  • Proficient English communication
  • Retail sales, procurement, inventory knowledge
  • Strong communication & project management skills
  • Microsoft Office (PPT, Excel, Word)
  • Passion for creating Disney-worthy products
Good to have:
  • Experience using English in a business context
  • Art/design background
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Job Summary:

Disney Storeのビジネスをドライブさせる根幹は商品であり、その中核を担う商品開発チームは非常に大きな責任を伴います。その中でマーチャンダイザーとして担当カテゴリーの戦略立案、商品開発、商品マネジメントを担当頂きます。

職務内容:

  • ディズニーストアで販売する商品の企画開発(ゲスト動向や市場のトレンドを的確に捉え、常にゲストの期待を超える商品を提供する)
  • 商品部のカテゴリー戦略に基づき、担当チームの商品企画の立案と実行、またプランニング、アロケーション、サプライマネジメントチームと共に価格戦略、仕入計画、チャネル計画(店舗、EC )を立案する。
  • 計画に基づき、商品アソートメントを決定し、発注する。取引先との 条件交渉を行う。
  • 国内外問わず他部門、他チーム(APAC Creative、プロダクトデザイン、プロダクトインテグリティ、グローバルソーシング等)と連携強化し、ビジネスを円滑に進める
  • 担当カテゴリーの売上・利益の最大化の責任を持つ(担当カテゴリーはファッションもしくはホームを想定)

必須条件 : 求められる職務要件

  • 3年以上のメーカーもしくはSPAでの商品開発経験
  • キャラクター商品の企画開発経験
  • 取引先との折衝経験(納期、価格など)
  • (尚可)ビジネスにおいて英語を使用したコミュニケーションの経験

必須条件 : 求められるスキル

ビジネススキル

  • 小売業に関する売上・仕入・在庫といった数値の基礎的な知識や考え方を有する。
  • コミュニケーション力
  • 取引先交渉
  • プロジェクトマネージメント
  • Microsoft Office – PPT, EXCEL, WORD
  • オリジナリティがあり、なおかつディズニーブランドに相応しい商品を企画、開発することに情熱と責任を持って取り組める
  • 美術、デザイン経験や専攻

Language skill

  • Native Japanese, Proficient English
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About The Company

From classic animated features and exhilarating theme park attractions to cutting edge sports coverage, and the hottest shows on television, The Walt Disney Company has been making magic since 1923, creating unforgettable stories that connect with audiences around the world. And we’re just getting started!

The key to our success…. The Cast, Crew, Imagineers and Employees who honor Disney’s rich legacy by stretching the bounds of imagination to create the never-before-seen, bringing unparalleled entertainment experiences to people of all ages. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world and just imagine the stories you could be part of…

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