Analytical Ability
Merchandising Managers must be able to objectively assess opportunities.
Merchandising Managers
Descriptions & Duties
- Merchandising Managers plan, organise, direct and control sourcing, purchasing and buying activities. To review market and sales analysis to determine local and/or overseas market requirements. To manage purchasing activities in sourcing, negotiating price, terms and condition of suppliers' contract. Approves purchase 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:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically 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:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
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
Merchandising Knowledge and Skills
Merchandising Managers must be able to adjust to customer changing needs with industry knowledge of promotional tactics, advertising mediums, and social media.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- A recognised bachelor's degree in merchandising or equivalent
Experience
- 6 to 10 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $15,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $50,000-$80,000
Related Education & Training
Degree or above
Work Environment
- Merchandising Managers normally work in office with occasional business trips to follow up with the matters in production and price negotiation
