Ma. B.
Merchandising Manager
Notable Highlight
Managed merchandising for global brands including Mattel, Spin Master, and VTech across a M+ combined budget, driving inventory optimization and vendor negotiations across Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Italy.
Experience Summary
Merchandising Manager with 10+ years in retail and procurement across local and international markets. Specialized in inventory optimization, vendor management, and forecasting for multi-category global brands. Previous logistics and procurement experience in Singapore with automotive supply chain expertise.
Key Achievements
As Merchandising Manager at RG., she oversaw a combined merchandise budget exceeding M across multiple global brand categories. She optimized inventory levels to reduce carrying costs and increase product availability, and conducted intensive quarterly business reviews with international brand principals. Her international sourcing footprint spanned Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, China, and Italy.
Skills
Work Experience
Merchandising Manager
RG · Metro Manila, Philippines · Oct 2014 – Present
- Bring almost 10 years of experience in merchandising and purchasing as Merchandising Lead for multi-category global brands such as Mattel, Spin Master, VTech, Disney, Chicco, Joie, and Nuna, managing combined budget exceeding M.
- Develop and implement data-driven forecasting strategies to ensure efficiency in product availability, assortment, trend analysis, vendor management, inventory management, and overall brand performance.
- Liaise and negotiate with suppliers and licensors on pricing, discounts, contract management, brand directions, marketing initiatives, and brand performance; conduct and provide intensive quarterly business reviews to principals.
- Optimize inventory levels, resulting in reduced carrying costs and increased product availability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Sales and Marketing to ensure alignment and achieve business goals.
- Attend sourcing fairs and distributor meetings in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, China, and Italy.
Logistics and Procurement Coordinator
TM · Singapore · June 2012 – June 2014
- Source and acquire automotive spare parts, both local and import.
- Liaise and negotiate with suppliers.
- Coordinate and arrange shipments, customs requirements, duties, and marine cargo insurance.
- Calculate landed cost per shipment.
- Manage inventory and ERP systems.
- Assist with annual stock audits.
- Handle payables and settlement to suppliers through LC and telegraphic transfers.
- File Goods & Services Tax (GST) reports quarterly.