Plan and develop merchandising strategies that balance customers expectations and the companys objectives
Analyse sales figures, customer reactions and market trends to anticipate product needs and plan product ranges/stock
Collaborate with buyers, suppliers, distributors, and analysts to negotiate prices, quantities, and time-scales
Maximize customer interest and sales levels by displaying products appropriately
Produce layout plans for stores and maintain store shelves and inventory
Forecast profits/sales and plan budgets
Monitor stock movement and consider markdowns, promotions, price changes...