Merchandise Manager - Commercial (Own Brand Non-Food)

CP Axtra (Makro) is hiring a Merchandise Manager - Commercial for Own Brand Non-Food in Bangkok. The role identifies products suitable for development as Makro's Own Brand through market research, coordinates with buyers and directors on assortment reviews and NPD plans, and launches new Own Brand items on time and to target cost. The manager co-develops products with suppliers, monitors performance, and ensures quality and pricing meet brand positioning.

Key duties include ensuring products meet Makro and Thai FDA standards, producing the Makro Mail Program with branded buyers, conducting store visits, and working with QA, communication, and sales support teams. Candidates need a bachelor's degree in a related field, 5-8 years in merchandising, category management, buying, or private label development, plus strong analytical, negotiation, and English skills.

Conduct market research to identify products for Makro's Own Brand development

Coordinate with Director, Sr. Buyer and Buyers on assortment reviews and Own Brand NPD plans

Launch new Own Brand items on time and to targeted cost, achieving budget SKUs and sales

Ensure product quality meets Makro and Thai FDA standards and obtain certificates if necessary

Work with QA, communication, and sales support teams on testing, launch activities, and recovery plans

Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain, Industrial Distribution, or related field

Minimum 5–8 years in merchandising, category management, buying, or own-brand/private label development in retail, FMCG, or wholesale

Proven Own Brand/Private Label development experience including NPD planning and supplier collaboration

Strong understanding of category management, assortment planning, pricing strategy, and margin optimization

Proficient in MS Office and merchandising or ERP systems with good spoken and written English