Executive Search & Headhunting Recruitment Services for the Retail and Distribution Industry


Executive search agency Monroe Consulting Group offers the highest standard of recruitment services for the Retail and Distribution sector. Monroe’s specialised Retail and Distribution industry headhunters have an intimate knowledge of the sector, which enables them to source and secure hard-to-find talent. Our headhunting firm prides itself on its innate abilities in executive search to service an array of national and multinational companies within the Retail and Distribution sector.

Our unique headhunter approach targets the recruitment of mid-level to senior executives for companies in the Retail and Distribution industry. In many cases, our executive search firm acts as an essential recruitment partner for building mid to senior-level management teams, which are critical to the success of the company. Our team of experts can help you find talents across all major sub-sectors within the Retail and Distribution industry including (but not all): apparel, grocery, food and drug, wholesale, and distribution, and e-commerce.​

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Head of Central Kitchen

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly capable Head of Central Kitchen to lead and oversee all central kitchen operations in Bitung, North Sulawesi. This is a senior operational leadership role responsible for ensuring end-to-end food production runs efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with industry standards - from raw material management through to delivery to stores. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in large-scale food production, a strong command of food safety and quality standards (HACCP, BPOM, Halal, ISO), and the leadership capability to manage a multi-function team across production, warehouse, and logistics. Key Responsibilities Production Management Oversee all food raw material production activities, ensuring operations run efficiently and in full compliance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Enforce hygiene and sanitation standards in accordance with FnB industry regulations and certifications including BPOM, Halal, HACCP, and ISO Ensure raw material recording, storage, and distribution systems are properly managed using a First In First Out (FIFO) system in line with SOPs Supply & Inventory Management Manage raw material ordering and availability to ensure continuous production flow while minimizing waste Monitor and control the utilization of raw materials, utilities, and labor costs within the budget set by management Ensure warehouse and logistics SOPs are upheld at all times Workforce Management Manage Daily Worker (DW) schedules to align with production volumes and store demands Ensure workforce availability and attendance meets operational requirements Lead, develop, and motivate the production team to consistently achieve targets Innovation & Cross-functional Collaboration Collaborate with relevant departments on menu innovation and development of new product variants in line with consumer needs and market trends Actively contribute ideas and process improvements to support business growth Additional Responsibilities Carry out additional tasks assigned by superiors within the scope of relevant competencies Requirements Education Bachelor's degree (S1) in Food Technology, Chemical Technology, Biology, Industrial Engineering, or a related field Experience Minimum 8 years of experience in Central Kitchen operations At least 5 years in a managerial position within the food & beverage or retail industry Proven experience leading production, warehouse, and logistics teams Track record of managing shift work and delivering results at high production volumes Technical Competencies Strong command of FIFO systems, HACCP, hygiene & sanitation standards, and food quality management Proficient in budget management and waste analysis Familiar with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems Working knowledge of BPOM, Halal, and ISO compliance requirements Core Competencies Strong leadership skills - able to develop teams and drive performance toward targets Critical thinking and sound decision-making abilities High attention to detail and precision in production management Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

  • Indonesia
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

FP&A Manager (Retail)

Monroe Consulting Group, an Executive Recruitment firm, is partnering with a growing Fashion Retail company to hire an FP&A Manager. This role will be instrumental in driving financial planning, business performance management, and strategic decision-making while supporting the company's continued growth and profitability. Position Overview The FP&A Manager will lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis across the organization. Working closely with the CFO and key business stakeholders, this position will provide actionable financial insights, support strategic initiatives, and ensure effective financial management of sales, inventory, profitability, and working capital. Key Responsibilities Lead the annual budgeting, financial planning, and forecasting processes to support business objectives and long-term growth strategies. Monitor and analyze financial performance, sales results, and key business metrics, identifying trends, risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement. Partner closely with the CFO and cross-functional teams to translate financial data into actionable business recommendations and strategic initiatives. Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting, scenario analysis, investment decisions, and business planning activities. Monitor inventory performance, working capital utilization, and product profitability to support efficient inventory management and commercial decision-making. Prepare and deliver management reports, dashboards, and financial presentations for senior leadership and executive stakeholders. Analyze revenue drivers, gross margin performance, operational expenses, and profitability metrics to ensure sustainable business growth. Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reviews by providing meaningful analysis and performance insights. Drive continuous improvement in financial planning processes, reporting accuracy, and business performance measurement. Key Requirements Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline. Minimum 5 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Financial Controlling, Corporate Finance, or Financial Analysis roles. Prior experience within the Retail, Fashion Retail, Consumer Goods, or related industries is highly preferred. Technical & Functional Expertise Strong expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting. Advanced financial modeling skills with the ability to analyze complex financial and operational data. Solid understanding of retail business dynamics, including sales performance, inventory management, gross margin optimization, and product profitability. Strong knowledge of financial statements, key performance indicators (KPIs), and business performance analysis. Proficiency in financial reporting tools, Microsoft Excel, and data analysis platforms. Leadership & Business Partnering Skills Strong communication and presentation capabilities, with the ability to convey financial insights to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Proven capability to work collaboratively across Finance, Operations, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Commercial, and Executive Leadership teams. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, particularly when supporting strategic business decisions. Highly analytical with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. Proactive, commercially minded, and able to operate effectively in a dynamic and fast-growing retail environment. Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is a commercially focused FP&A professional who combines strong analytical capabilities with a deep understanding of retail business performance drivers. They possess a proven ability to transform financial data into strategic insights, support executive decision-making, and drive profitability through effective planning, forecasting, and performance management. Experience in fashion retail, inventory-intensive businesses, and high-growth environments will be a significant advantage.

  • Indonesia
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Merchandise Planner / Manager (Retail)

Monroe Consulting Group, an Executive Recruitment firm, is partnering with a rapidly growing Fashion Retail company to hire a Merchandising Planner / Manager. This position will play a critical role in driving merchandise strategy, inventory optimization, commercial performance, and profitability across the business. Position Overview The Merchandising Planner / Manager will be responsible for developing and executing merchandise plans that maximize sales, margin, and inventory productivity. Working closely with Design, Buying, Product, Sales, eCommerce, Finance, Production, and Supply Chain teams, this role will ensure effective assortment planning, forecasting, and inventory management to support business growth and customer demand. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute merchandise assortment strategies and Open-to-Buy (OTB) plans in collaboration with Design and Buying teams, ensuring alignment with customer preferences, brand direction, and financial objectives. Forecast and manage sales performance, inventory levels, profitability, and margin targets across product categories while supporting overall business goals. Monitor inventory productivity and product performance, recommending replenishment strategies, markdowns, pricing adjustments, and promotional activities to maximize sell-through and minimize excess inventory. Prepare and present merchandise plans, financial forecasts, budgets, P&L analyses, and key planning reports, including OTB, WISSI, MISSI, style grading, and range planning. Generate actionable insights and recommendations for senior management through data analysis and commercial performance reviews. Partner closely with Design, Production, Warehouse, and Supply Chain teams to support critical path management and inbound inventory planning. Analyze market trends, competitor activities, customer behavior, and product performance to continuously refine merchandise strategies and assortment decisions. Ensure merchandise planning processes support both short-term trading opportunities and long-term business objectives. Key Requirements Qualifications & Experience Proven experience in Merchandising, Merchandise Planning, or Buying within the Fashion Retail industry. Strong background in assortment planning, inventory management, and commercial performance optimization. Demonstrated experience managing sales targets, gross margin performance, inventory investment, and profitability objectives. Technical & Functional Expertise Strong understanding of merchandise planning methodologies, including OTB management, forecasting, range planning, WISSI/MISSI analysis, and style grading. Hands-on experience with inventory control, replenishment planning, markdown management, pricing strategy, promotions, and product lifecycle management. Strong financial acumen with the ability to interpret sales trends, inventory metrics, margin performance, and P&L results. Advanced analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable commercial recommendations. Leadership & Collaboration Skills Proven ability to work cross-functionally with Design, Buying, Product Development, Sales, eCommerce, Finance, Production, Warehouse, and Supply Chain teams. Strong strategic thinking combined with excellent attention to detail. Ability to balance commercial opportunities, customer demand, inventory productivity, and financial performance. Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management capabilities. Proactive, commercially driven, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced retail environment. Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is a commercially minded merchandising professional with strong analytical capabilities and a deep understanding of fashion retail dynamics. They possess a proven track record of driving sales growth, optimizing inventory performance, and developing data-driven merchandise strategies that enhance profitability while delivering compelling product assortments aligned with customer demand.

  • Indonesia
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Senior Manager, Merchandising & Product Sourcing (Retail)

Executive Recruitment Consultant Monroe Consulting Group is partnering with an organisation in the Consumer sector to hire a Senior Manager Merchandising & Product Sourcing. This opportunity is based in Indonesia. Our client is a well-established international retailer with a diverse portfolio spanning home improvement, household, lifestyle, hardware, and general merchandise products. Position Overview Lead strategic product sourcing, product development, and assortment expansion initiatives tailored to the Indonesian market. Drive commercial growth by identifying market opportunities, developing supplier partnerships, and enhancing category competitiveness. Key Responsibilities Lead strategic product sourcing and product development initiatives based on Indonesian consumer needs, market trends, and business opportunities. Identify assortment gaps, emerging trends, new product opportunities, and potential categories relevant to the Indonesian market. Translate consumer and market insights into commercially viable product and assortment recommendations. Manage the end-to-end product development process, from product ideation and sourcing through supplier engagement, evaluation, and commercialisation. Work closely with international sourcing teams and suppliers/manufacturers in China to identify and develop relevant products for the Indonesian market. Identify, evaluate, and develop relationships with strategic suppliers and manufacturers. Collaborate with suppliers on product specifications, quality, costing, pricing, lead time, and product development requirements. Conduct market, competitor, and category analysis to ensure the assortment remains relevant, differentiated, and commercially competitive. Evaluate product opportunities based on consumer relevance, sales potential, pricing, margin, and overall category strategy. Partner with the local merchandising team to translate product sourcing opportunities into the appropriate local assortment and category strategy. Drive category and assortment development initiatives to improve product productivity, differentiation, competitiveness, and commercial performance. Lead negotiations with suppliers and business partners to achieve optimal commercial terms. Manage and influence stakeholders across local commercial teams, international teams, sourcing offices, and external suppliers. Present product, sourcing, category, and assortment recommendations to senior management. Key Requirements Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Marketing, or a related discipline. Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in product sourcing, product development, merchandising, buying, category development, or related functions. Strong track record in product sourcing, product development, and supplier/vendor management. Experience in home improvement, household, hardware, hardgoods, general merchandise, lifestyle, or consumer products is highly preferred. Experience working within an international buying office, global sourcing organisation, multinational retailer, or consumer product business is highly advantageous. Proven experience managing suppliers/manufacturers, particularly those based in China or other international sourcing markets. Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Mandarin proficiency is highly preferred. Willingness to travel internationally when required. Technical / Functional Expertise Strong understanding of consumer trends, market insights, assortment development, and commercial evaluation. Strong commercial acumen with an understanding of costing, pricing, margin, and product profitability. Expertise in supplier sourcing, product development, category management, assortment planning, and commercial evaluation. Experience collaborating with international sourcing offices and global supplier networks. Soft Skills & Leadership Competencies Excellent negotiation, analytical, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage and influence cross-functional stakeholders across local and international teams. Comfortable working independently and driving initiatives in a newly established role. Strong commercial judgement with the ability to identify and evaluate growth opportunities. Effective leadership and relationship-building capabilities across suppliers, partners, and internal stakeholders.

  • Indonesia
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Sales Manager (Modern Trade & Retail)

Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia, an Executive Recruitment firm, is partnering with an organisation in the Industrial sector to hire a Technical Sales Manager - Advanced Energy Solutions. This opportunity is based in Indonesia and offers the chance to drive business growth across advanced energy and oil & gas projects. Position Overview The Technical Sales Manager - Advanced Energy Solutions is responsible for identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities within the energy sector. This role plays a critical part in expanding market presence, delivering customer-focused technical solutions, and achieving sustainable revenue growth. Key Responsibilities Develop new business opportunities and maintain relationships with key customers, EPCs and industry stakeholders. Identify and develop projects from early-stage development through tender and commercial award. Provide technical-commercial solutions involving tubular products, advanced materials, corrosion management and well-integrity applications. Prepare and lead technical presentations, proposals, tenders and commercial negotiations. Work closely with engineering, manufacturing and technical teams to develop customer-specific solutions. Monitor market trends, projects, competitors and relevant technical developments. Develop sales strategies, manage the opportunity pipeline and achieve revenue and margin targets. Build long-term relationships with strategic customers and project stakeholders. Key Requirements Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline. 8-12+ years of experience in oil & gas, energy, technical sales or business development. Experience with emerging energy technologies or specialised subsurface applications is highly desirable. Established network within the Indonesian oil & gas or energy industry is an advantage. Willing to travel as required. Technical / Functional Expertise Experience in tubulars, drilling, completions, well integrity, metallurgy or related products is preferred. Strong technical, commercial, presentation and negotiation skills. Ability to provide technical-commercial solutions involving tubular products, advanced materials, corrosion management and well-integrity applications. Fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia. Soft Skills & Leadership Competencies Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management capabilities. Excellent presentation and communication skills. Commercial acumen with the ability to lead negotiations effectively. Strategic thinking with the ability to identify and develop business opportunities. Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing and technical teams

  • Indonesia
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Boutique Manager (Luxury Retail), Bangkok, Thailand

Award winning Executive recruitment company, Monroe Consulting Group is recruiting on behalf of a prestigious international luxury retail brand renowned for its heritage, craftsmanship, and exceptional customer experience. They are seeking a commercially driven Boutique Manager to lead sales performance, develop a high-performing team, and grow the brand's presence in Thailand. As the Boutique Manager, you will be responsible for driving boutique sales, leading and coaching the sales team, and delivering exceptional luxury client experience. This role requires a strong commercial mindset, the ability to build long-term relationships with high-value clients, and a passion for achieving ambitious sales targets while maintaining the highest standards of luxury retail. Job Responsibilities Drive boutique sales performance and consistently achieve or exceed revenue targets. Lead, coach, and motivate the sales team to maximize individual and team performance. Develop and maintain strong relationships with VIP and high-net-worth clients to encourage repeat business and referrals. Proactively identify new sales opportunities and execute initiatives to grow the client base. Monitor sales performance, analyse business trends, and implement strategies to maximize revenue. Deliver an exceptional and personalized luxury shopping experience that reflects the brand's values. Recruit, develop, and retain top sales talent while fostering a high-performance culture. Ensure boutique operations, merchandising, and inventory support commercial objectives and brand standards. Organize client engagement activities and exclusive events to strengthen customer loyalty. Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and business updates for management. Job Requirements Proven experience leading sales within luxury retail, preferably in luxury watches, fine jewellery, high-end fashion, premium accessories, or other luxury consumer brands. Strong track record of consistently achieving or exceeding sales targets. Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing sales teams. Excellent relationship-building skills with experience serving VIP and high-net-worth clientele. Commercially minded with strong business development and clientele capabilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in both Thai and English. Passion for luxury retail and delivering world-class customer experiences.

  • Thailand
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Commodity Trading Manager (International), Vientiane

Monroe Consulting Group is one of the leading executive search firms, with established offices across multiple countries. We support multinational corporations, publicly listed companies, and high-growth enterprises in securing critical mid-to-senior level talent across key industries. Our reputation is built on discretion, professionalism, and a consistent track record of successful placements across emerging and developed markets. Learn more: https://www.monroeconsulting.com We are currently supporting our client, a publicly listed and well-established diversified investment group with expanding international operations. Founded in 2015, the company has over 500 professionals and operates across multiple business sectors globally. The group is led by an internationally educated founder with over 25 years of experience in global finance and investment. With strong governance, diversified revenue streams, and continuous business expansion, the company has established itself as a reputable and financially stable corporate group. Job Summary Commodity Trading Manager is responsible for leading international trading activities across global markets, including sourcing new business opportunities, developing supplier and buyer relationships, leading commercial negotiations, and overseeing end-to-end trading operations across overseas markets. Highly entrepreneurial, commercially driven, and experienced in handling cross-border trading transactions independently, from sourcing and negotiation through to deal execution and delivery coordination. Job Responsibilities Develop and expand international trading business across overseas markets. Identify new suppliers, buyers, and trading opportunities globally. Lead commercial negotiations, pricing discussions, and contract arrangements. Manage end-to-end trading operations including sourcing, execution, shipment coordination, and delivery timelines. Monitor market trends, pricing movement, and business opportunities to maximize profitability. Analyze trading performance, profit margins, and sales activities to support business growth. Build and maintain strong relationships with international partners and stakeholders. Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth trading operations. Support strategic expansion initiatives and new market development. Job Requirements Proven experience in international trading, commodity trading, or cross-border commercial operations. Strong experience handling overseas-to-overseas trading activities. Entrepreneurial mindset with strong business acumen and ownership mentality. Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills. Experience managing suppliers and buyers across multiple countries. Good understanding of import/export and international trade processes. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

  • Vientiane Province
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Head of Merchandising (Retail business), Bangkok, Thailand

Award winning Executive recruitment company, Monroe Consulting Group is recruiting on behalf of a retail chain in the ASEAN market. Our client is actively seeking an experienced Head of Merchandising with strong commercial acumen, local and international vendor networks, and market expansion expertise within the retail sector. This role plays a pivotal part in leading the merchandising strategy in Thailand, with responsibility for product selection, pricing, supplier sourcing, and inventory planning to drive sales performance and profitability across retail operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to drive retail success through both strategic leadership and a hands-on approach. Job Responsibilities Drive the end-to-end merchandising strategy in Thailand, directly aligning product direction with overarching commercial growth targets. Curate high-performing product assortments, lead category development, and actively conduct SKU rationalization to optimize shelf space. Spearhead supplier discovery and contract negotiations with key local and international vendors to capture maximum gross margins. Track Thai retail market shifts, benchmark competitor pricing, and leverage consumer insights to gain a competitive edge. Direct local pricing models and promotional calendars to maximize both foot traffic and bottom-line revenue. Partner cross-functionally with supply chain, retail ops, and marketing to execute flawless store-level product launches. Harness sales analytics, inventory velocity metrics, and profitability reports to make data-driven decisions. Enforce inventory control frameworks to optimize turnover rates and aggressively eliminate stock obsolescence. Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain, or a related field. Years of experience in retail merchandising, category management, or vendor sourcing with a proven track record in supplier management, contract negotiations, and vendor relationship building. Experience in a new business launch or market entry environment is an advantage. Strong existing relationships with local and overseas suppliers and distributors within the Thai consumer goods market. Deep understanding of the Thai retail market landscape, consumer buying behaviors, and commercial trends. Strong analytical skills with expertise in sales reporting, margin calculations, and inventory performance metrics. Comprehensive knowledge of Thai regulatory frameworks such as Thai FDA, product registration, and labeling compliance. Good communication in English.

  • Thailand
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Head of Operations (Commercial) - Retail

Our client, a leading nationwide retail company in Indonesia, is seeking a Retail Operations Division Head to lead and strengthen its retail operations across the country. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, commercial performance, and service quality across its extensive retail network. The role will work closely with Area Managers, Business Development, and other key functions to ensure consistent operational standards, optimize store performance, and deliver an excellent customer experience. Job Description Lead and oversee nationwide retail operations, ensuring consistent store performance, operational standards, and service excellence across the entire retail network. Develop and drive commercial strategies across stores to maximize sales performance, store productivity, and overall business results. Manage CAPEX, OPEX, and annual budgeting across the retail network, ensuring effective resource allocation and cost efficiency. Develop and implement operational excellence initiatives, focusing on service quality, customer experience, process improvement, and operational efficiency. Lead and develop the retail operations organization, working closely with Area Managers and regional teams while collaborating with other functions to drive continuous business improvement. Requirements Minimum 8 years of experience in Retail Operations, Restaurant Operations, Hospitality Operations, or other multi-site customer-facing operations, preferably managing a large-scale or nationwide network. Strong experience in operational excellence, store performance management, and customer experience/service improvement. Proven experience managing commercial performance, budgeting, CAPEX, and OPEX across multiple locations. Strong leadership and people management capabilities, with experience managing large, multi-layered and geographically dispersed teams. Strong commercial and operational acumen, with the ability to drive business performance, operational efficiency, and service excellence across multiple locations.

  • Indonesia
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

HR Business Partner (Retail)

Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia is recruiting on behalf of a leading multinational company in the luxury retail industry. As the business continues to strengthen its people strategy and organizational capabilities, our client is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support business leaders and drive key people initiatives across the organization. The position is based in Jakarta, Indonesia. Key job responsibilities include: Partner closely with business leaders and stakeholders to provide HR solutions aligned with business objectives and organizational needs. Support workforce and manpower planning initiatives to ensure effective organizational structure and resource allocation. Oversee and support key HR operations and people processes, ensuring effective and consistent service delivery. Partner on Compensation & Benefits initiatives, including salary reviews, benchmarking, and workforce-related analysis. Drive talent development and employee engagement initiatives to strengthen employee capability, retention, and organizational culture. Support succession planning and talent management processes to identify and develop key talent across the organization. Lead and continuously improve performance management processes, ensuring alignment between individual objectives and business priorities. Maintain and utilize HR analytics to identify workforce trends, provide insights, and support management decision-making. Ensure HR policies, practices, and processes remain aligned with applicable regulations, company standards, and HR best practices. Collaborate with regional and global stakeholders to support broader HR initiatives and maintain alignment across the organization. Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Minimum 5-7 years of experience in Human Resources, with strong exposure as an HR Business Partner or similar strategic HR role. Strong knowledge of HR Operations and end-to-end people processes, including HR services and solutions, manpower planning, Compensation & Benefits, talent development, employee engagement, succession planning, and performance management. Experience working in an international or multinational environment is highly preferred. Strong understanding of HR analytics, HR best practices, and compliance requirements. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills. Strong business partnering mindset with the ability to translate business needs into practical HR solutions. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced, and cross-cultural environment.

  • Jakarta
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Merchandising & Planning Manager (Retail)

Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group is recruiting on behalf of a leading retail company. Our respected client is seeking a highly motivated Merchandising & Planning Manager to oversee merchandising strategy, assortment planning, inventory management, and commercial performance across its retail business. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in merchandising, merchandise planning, retail analytics, and driving sales and profitability through effective product and inventory strategies. This position will be based in Medan, North Sumatra. Key Responsibilities Merchandising & Category Strategy: Develop and execute category strategies and commercial plans based on customer needs, store formats, market trends, competition, and company growth priorities, while driving category sales, gross margin, assortment productivity, pricing, promotional effectiveness, and supplier income. Assortment, Space & Store Clustering: Manage customer-led assortment planning across categories, store clusters, and formats, including range reviews, SKU rationalisation, new product evaluation, planogram development, store compliance, and opening asso rtment planning for new stores. Demand Planning, Replenishment & Inventory: Lead demand forecasting, replenishment planning, and inventory optimisation at category and SKU level, managing stock availability, inventory health, service levels, stock turns, ageing, and corrective actions while coordinating with Supply Chain and Distribution Centre teams. Pricing, Promotions & Supplier Management: Develop pricing and margin strategies, manage promotional planning and performance evaluation, and lead supplier negotiations covering costs, commercial terms, rebates, promotional support, service levels, returns, and new product introductions. Data, Systems & Process Improvement: Develop and maintain merchandising and planning dashboards, conduct SKU, category, store, and promotional analysis, and improve product master data, planning systems, reporting processes, and operational controls to drive data-led commercial decisions. Leadership & Cross-Functional Execution: Lead and develop a team of three, while partnering closely with Store Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing, and IT to drive execution, resolve operational gaps, monitor performance, and support strategic business and expansion initiatives. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, Supply Chain, Finance, Statistics, or a related field. Minimum 6 years of experience in merchandising, category management, buying, demand planning, or replenishment within multi-site retail, convenience, grocery, or FMCG, with proven team leadership experience. Strong commercial and analytical expertise in assortment planning, pricing, promotions, supplier negotiation, demand forecasting, replenishment, and inventory management. Advanced Excel skills with strong knowledge of ERP, POS, inventory, and business intelligence/planning systems, supported by strong numerical and problem-solving capabilities. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; fluent in Bahasa Indonesia and professionally proficient in English, based in Medan and willing to travel across the store network.

  • Medan
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable
Meet the team.
  • Tina Nugraheni

    Tina Nugraheni

    Managing Director - Indonesia & Philippines

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  • Avinash Kumar Manoharan

    Avinash Kumar Manoharan

    Managing Director - Malaysia

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  • John Stuart Tolmie

    John Stuart Tolmie

    Managing Director - Thailand

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