Merchandiser - Development at MAS Holdings

, , Sri Lanka -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Merchandising, Product Development, Costing, Negotiation, Lean Initiatives, Reporting, PLM System, Fabrics Knowledge, Embellishments Knowledge, Sample Processing, Planning, Sourcing, Communication, Team Collaboration, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Revenue

Industry

Apparel & Fashion

Description

Merchandiser ‐ Development (BASED AT KATUNAYAKE) MAS Active, a key division of MAS Holdings, is a global leader in athleisure and performance wear, engineered for agility, comfort, and endurance. With a sharp focus on blending cutting-edge sports technology with contemporary fashion, MAS Active serves some of the world’s most iconic brands including lululemon, Patagonia, Lacoste, LKSD, Arcteryx, Vuori, and Gymshark. From next-to-skin wearables to smart apparel that tracks fitness metrics and workout analytics, MAS Active is at the forefront of apparel innovation, delivering solutions trusted by elite athletes, fitness professionals, and global celebrities alike. By combining deep domain expertise in performance-wear with sustainable innovation, MAS Active is not just shaping the future of apparel, but redefining how the world moves, trains, and lives. Empower transformation by becoming a driving force of change at MAS. We are on the lookout for a dedicated individual to ensure that all activities from the receipt of the ‘Proto request’ until the buy process is carried out in an effective manner in order to achieve the sales budgets thereby, meeting business objectives and customer satisfaction through high service levels, maximizing sales revenue. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Identify respective styles and volumes on receipt of the buy and carryout buy processing activities, forwarding details to relevant parties whilst updating information into the PLM system in a timely/ accurate manner facilitating smooth operations and the achievement of operational KPI’s. Engage in the reporting process as and when required in order to facilitate the transfer of information to relevant parties (including the customer) whilst also facilitating Management decision making. Contribute to the implementation and sustenance of Lean initiatives whilst, driving Lean objectives to achieve the set KPIs and ensuring individual KPIs meet the required standards. Participate at the Development meetings upon receipt of the proto kit, and forward information to relevant parties whilst, ensuring raw materials are available in house in order to deliver the protos and embellishment developments to the customer in a timely manner. Prepare costing sheets, negotiate pricing terms, lead times and minimum production quantities whilst, coordinating with relevant parties until the costing is finalized. Process the Salesman Sample (SS) on receipt of the SS from Customer whilst, updating relevant information into the PLM system in a timely and accurate manner in order to facilitate the effective completion of SS samples. Liaise with Product Development Centre (PDC), Embellishment, Planning and Sourcing teams once the make plan is available, in order to ensure styles are ready for the next buy, by obtaining approval for fit, costing, embellishment etc. whilst, ensuring the completion of all relevant documentation. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS CIM or Similar Background or Relevant Degree. 2 to 3 years of relevant work experience in similar field. Knowledge on fabrics, embellishments, styles, samples.

Responsibilities

The Merchandiser - Development is responsible for managing the buy process from receipt of the proto request to ensure operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. This includes engaging in reporting, participating in development meetings, and liaising with various teams to ensure timely delivery of products.