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We are seeking an experienced Merchandising Manager to lead product development, retail strategy, and supply chain operations for a growing hospitality brand. This role will oversee all aspects of product planning, OEM coordination, and merchandising execution — ensuring that every offering reflects the company’s commitment to quality, creativity, and guest experience.
The ideal candidate is a bilingual (Japanese/English) merchandising professional who combines business acumen with a strong design and product sensibility, thriving in a fast-paced, multicultural environment that bridges hospitality and retail.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, develop, and manage product concepts and OEM coordination, ensuring product quality, compliance, and timely execution.
Formulate and execute sales strategies across retail and wholesale channels, including client negotiations and strategic partnerships.
- Expand EC and B2B channels to drive new revenue streams and brand visibility.
- Lead promotional and merchandising initiatives that align with the company’s hospitality and brand identity.
- Optimize supply chain and inventory management to ensure operational efficiency.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop the merchandising team, including the Assistant Manager and other support staff.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in merchandising, retail, or product development — ideally within hospitality, luxury goods, or lifestyle brands.
- Proven expertise in OEM coordination, supplier management, quality control, and production scheduling.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing small teams or cross-functional departments.
- Business-level proficiency in Japanese and English required.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across global teams.
Why Join Us
Join an innovative hospitality group where creativity meets commerce. This is an opportunity to help shape product lines and guest-facing experiences that define a premium lifestyle brand. You’ll collaborate with global teams, lead end-to-end merchandising operations, and see your ideas come to life across retail, e-commerce, and property outlets.
We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to grow within an international organization known for its design-driven approach and commitment to excellence.
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 166680
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Francesca Brajuha