Merchandising Director (Fashion & Lifestyle)

An exciting Merchandising Director (Fashion & Lifestyle) (x 1 vacancy) job has just become available at one of the leading fashion brand based in Bangkok. Reporting directly to the General Manager this is a role for a Brand Manager, Head of Brand who is a leader in their field.

Merchandising Director – Fashion and Lifestyle

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Location: Bangkok

Keywords: collaborative, supportive leadership, inclusive, flexible working opportunities, training opportunities, dependable, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, team

A leading fashion and lifestyle retailer in Bangkok is seeking a Merchandising Director to define, develop, and lead the comprehensive merchandising and buying strategy across all categories and channels. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to shape the future of a trend-setting brand, driving commercial success while nurturing a high-performing team. The role offers the chance to work with passionate professionals in a supportive environment that values collaboration, knowledge sharing, and personal growth.

• Lead the end-to-end merchandising strategy for a renowned fashion and lifestyle retailer, ensuring alignment with brand positioning and business goals across multiple categories and channels.
• Oversee seasonal merchandise financial plans, Open-to-Buy frameworks, range architecture, and pricing models designed to maximise profitability and inventory productivity.
• Inspire and mentor a talented team of merchandisers and buyers, fostering skills enhancement, succession planning, and a culture of collaboration within the organisation.

What you'll do:

As Merchandising Director – Fashion and Lifestyle based in Bangkok, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the overall merchandising direction for one of the region’s most respected retailers. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve developing forward-thinking strategies that keep the brand at the forefront of industry trends while maximising commercial outcomes.

• Define and implement a comprehensive merchandising and buying strategy that aligns with brand positioning and supports business objectives across all product categories and sales channels.
• Analyse sales data, margin performance, and inventory KPIs to identify opportunities for optimisation and enhance stock turnover throughout the year.
• Develop strategic vendor relationships with key local and global partners to ensure supply chain excellence while fostering innovation in sourcing practices.
• Work closely with the Wholesale departmenr to align merchandise strategies across channels for optimal results.

What you bring:

To excel as Merchandising Director – Fashion and Lifestyle you will bring extensive experience gained from senior roles within leading lifestyle or luxury brands. Your background should demonstrate a strong understanding of both commercial drivers and operational best practices within merchandising environments.

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in merchandising and buying within lifestyle, premium wear industries; at least 3-5 years must be spent in senior leadership roles overseeing large teams.
• Demonstrated expertise in driving commercial success through strategic thinking, analytical abilities, merchandise financial planning, category management, and data-driven decision making.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems as well as Microsoft Office 365 applications including Excel for complex data analysis and PowerPoint for impactful presentations.
• Exceptional communication skills enabling you to influence stakeholders at all levels while aligning diverse teams towards shared goals.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functions such as Planning, Marketing, Retail Operations, Finance, Wholesale Management, Public Relations—and build consensus among varied groups.
• Deep familiarity with global sourcing practices, product lifecycle management processes, retail business models (including omnichannel approaches), and supply chain optimisation techniques.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities tailored to support work-life balance alongside generous training programmes designed for continuous professional development.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career in merchandising leadership to new heights within an inspiring fashion environment then this is your moment—apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link below; don’t miss out on joining a collaborative team where your expertise will truly make a difference.

Due to the high volume of applications, our team will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited
Recruitment License No.: น. 1188 / 2551