Tokyo Cornerstone Recruitment Japan

Merchandising Manager

Japan | French Fashion Brand

Your Mission

You will play a key role in
upgrading and leading the MD & Distribution organization
, driving brand repositioning through smarter buying strategies and closer collaboration with global and local teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the
    MD, Buying, and Distribution teams
    in partnership with the MD Director
  • Drive sales and sell-through performance across all channels (Retail & E-commerce)
  • Seasonal buying across 5 categories
  • Participate in
    Paris buying sessions
    and translate global direction into local success
  • Oversee allocation, stock rebalancing, and inventory control to maximize performance
  • Design and execute
    engaging seasonal product training
    to motivate teams
  • Analyze sales performance and KPIs, working closely with store leaders and HQ
  • Conduct regular store and competitor visits to stay close to the market
  • Collaborate with Brand Marketing to build impactful product stories and calendars
  • Provide high-quality
    qualitative and quantitative feedback to HQ (Paris)

What We're Looking For

  • Strong passion and loyalty to brand and fashion
  • Proven leadership, coaching, and team development skills
  • Strategic mindset with excellent analytical capabilities
  • Clear communicator with strong presentation skills
  • Flexible, adaptable, and deadline-driven
  • A natural motivator who thrives in collaborative environments

Experience & Requirements

  • University degree or equivalent
  • 5+ years of MD/Buying experience
    within a global fashion brand
  • Demonstrated people management experience
  • Strong background in
    Men's and/or Women's RTW
    (highly preferred)
  • Business-level English or above

Why Apply?

This is a high-impact leadership role where you can truly shape the future of the brand in Japan, influence global strategy, and work closely with international teams—all within a prestigious fashion environment.

Interested or curious? Reach out directly or apply to learn more.



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