Merchandiser

Job Description

Requisition Number: SG-16015
Area of Interest: Merchandising
Organization: Corporate
Brand/Division: Combined Services Singapore
Position Type: Full-time
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB SUMMARY:
The Merchandiser/Senior 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.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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 the right product/fabric with the right vendor/mill at right cost
* Establish Time & Action Calendar for each program
* Ensure on-time deliverable and product quality
* Follow up & track on weekly progress by ensuring in-country teams update the trackers timely
2. Vendor performance
* Partner with the 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 the vendor base
* Support, facilitate and drive aligned global vendor landscape
3. Sourcing
* Source new products/vendors via trade shows or available resources
* Understand the capabilities of our vendors
* Support speed to market
* Risk mitigation in supporting Brands business
* Prepare & publish monthly status reporting to Brand Sourcing
* Support Department with other assigned duties
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REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
JOB COMPETENCIES & EXPERIENCES
Knowledge
The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:
* Minimum 5 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 a large volume of data
* Fast learner with initiative and Independent
* Possess an 'A' Level education or above
* Those without relevant qualification but with substantial years of relevant experience will also be considered
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