Merchandising knowledge and skills
Fashion Merchandising Managers must be able to apply knowledge and skills in merchandising to meet the buyers' needs.
Fashion Merchandising Managers
Descriptions & Duties
- Fashion Merchandising Managers keep abreast of the up-to-date fashion and quality requirements of the markets. They plan, approve and supervise the co-ordination and presentation of samples and quotations, and negotiate with buyers. They are also responsible for handling buyers' orders and liaising with appropriate departments to ensure prompt shipment of buyers' orders.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Trade Specific Competencies
business and market sense
Fashion Merchandising Managers must have good knowledge in business and market sense.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- normally have a higher diploma or a bachelor's degree in merchandising management
Experience
- at least 5 years' relevant work experience is required
Other specific requirements
- willing to travel
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $8,000-$15,000
Monthly Salary $15,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$70,000
Related Education & Training
Degree or above
Higher Diploma
Professional Diploma/ Certificate
Work Environment
- Fashion Merchandising Managers travel to Mainland China and overseas may be required.
Tools
- Computers with project management software
- Photocopiers
