JOB SUMMARY:

The Merchandiser is responsible for executing Category directives globally. He or she is the liaison among Brand Product Development team, US Sourcing team and in-country offices, managing seasonal developments and key communications. He or she works in conjunction with Brand PD team, US sourcing team and in-country office to support Brand needs. Communicate and collaborate closely with Brand PD team, US Sourcing team and in-country teams is a must.

KNOWLEDGE

The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

• Minimum 2 years of regional sourcing and product development
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing process in textile & apparel or home furnishing products

SKILLS

The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:

• proficiency in MS Office, E.g. Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint , Words
• ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• analytical and problem-solving skills
• good interpersonal skills
• good communication and negotiation skills

REQUIREMENTS

• Meticulous, detail oriented with high accuracy working on large volume of data
• Fast learner with initiative and Independent
• Professionally fluent English in writing and speaking
  

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1. Product & Fabric Development

• Work with Brand PD team and US Sourcing team on all development details, if required
• Work with Sourcing Manager and in-country team to allocate right product/fabric with right vendor/mill at right cost
• Establish Time & Action Calendar for each program
• Ensure on-time delivery and product quality
• Follow up & track on weekly progress by ensuring in-country teams update the trackers timely
• Do quality controls in factory when needed

1. Vendor performance

• Partner with in-country team to establish strategic vendor development for long term business growth
• Troubleshoot production and delivery problems, where is needed.
• Evaluate and monitor the performance of vendor base
• Support, facilitate and drive aligned global vendor landscape

1. Sourcing

• Source new products/vendors via trade shows or available resources
• Understand capabilities of our vendors
• Support speed to market
• Risk mitigation in supporting Brands business

• Prepare & publish monthly status reporting to Brand SourcingSupport Department with other assigned duties