About us
Tri Coastal Design is a creative and fast-paced wholesale company operating in the international design and consumer goods industry. With headquarters in New York and a growing office in Milan, we develop innovative products in collaboration with third-party factories and bring them to markets worldwide, combining creativity, quality, and efficiency. Our Milan office plays a central role in coordinating European operations, from product development and purchasing to inventory management and retail distribution. Joining Tri Coastal Design means becoming part of a dynamic, multicultural, and fast-growing team where analytical skills and creativity meet strong business execution.
Role overview
We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical
Merchandise Controller
to join our Milan team. This is a
newly created role
, which means we need a
structured and autonomous professional
capable of setting up processes, methodologies, and reporting tools from the ground up. The role will be responsible for analyzing sell-out and stock data, monitoring corporate stock rotation, defining replenishment strategies for retail points of sale, preparing buying projections, and supporting category assortment planning to ensure the right product mix and profitability. This position sits at the intersection of
inventory planning, category management, and retail operations
, ensuring that the right product is in the right place at the right time with the right margin.
Responsabilities
Set up and structure
inventory and merchandise controlling processes
within the company. Support the business in
planning, controlling, and executing inventory and replenishment strategies
across wholesale and retail channels. Monitor
sell-out data and stock levels
to define replenishment needs for each point of sale and maximize turnover. Track and analyze
corporate stock rotation
, identifying opportunities for optimization. Develop
buying projections
to support purchasing decisions from third-party factories. Conduct
margin analysis
to ensure profitability across categories. Define and monitor the
correct product mix by category
, balancing best sellers, slow movers, and new launches. Define and monitor
inventory KPIs
(rotation, stock coverage, obsolescence). Provide in-depth
sales and stock performance analyses
to management and stakeholders. Collaborate with Product, Supply Chain, and Retail Partners to ensure
assortment efficiency
and availability of best sellers. Identify inefficiencies in stock management and propose actionable solutions. Manage activities related to
clearance and scrapping of obsolete goods
. Ensure transparent and timely reporting to support business decisions.
Qualifications
Solid experience in
merchandise controlling, demand planning, inventory management, or category management
, ideally
within Retail or Consumer Goods
. Strong analytical capabilities, able to translate data into clear insights and action plans. Proven ability to
structure processes, set up KPIs, and build methodologies
in environments where the role did not previously exist. Good understanding of
supply chain flows
, from purchasing to retail replenishment. Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Proficiency in
Excel
and ERP systems (knowledge of BI tools is a plus). Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively across teams and with retail partners. Meticulous attention to detail, proactive and solution-oriented. Degree in
Management Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, or related field
. Good knowledge of
English and Italian
, written and spoken. Strong determination to accomplish tasks and achieve established objectives
What we offer
A
high-impact role
within a dynamic and international wholesale business. The opportunity to
create and structure a new function
, becoming the reference point for merchandise controlling in the company. Direct exposure to
supply chain planning, retail operations, and category management
. A multicultural, collaborative team in a fast-paced, design-driven environment. Competitive salary based on experience.
Tri-Coastal Design is an equal opportunity employer. All applications will be considered regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.