About Client
Well-known chain (US-headquartered) that offers a wide range of products including fashion, electronics, groceries and more. Famous for its one-stop-shop concept, they also have their own brand of products and is currently going through major expansion within the SEA region, having Singapore as their regional HQ. In addition, they have strong CSR involvement and have initiatives to reduce their environmental impact.
Job Description:
- Responsible for defining and implementing the company’s sourcing strategy across his/her categories in collaboration with the Sourcing Director
- Drive sourcing strategy to support strategic opportunities, global balance and help Company achieve our financial plans
- Partner with vendors to deliver high-quality, trend-right merchandise at great value for our customers
- Establish a strong supplier base and develop alternative solutions to achieve product and business objectives
- Responsible for new supplier/factory recommendations and selection
- Lead the onboarding of new suppliers/factories and continuous improvements of related processes
- Partner with vendors to deliver high-quality, trend-right merchandise at great value for our customers
- Work with a cross-function team including Company’s Merchants and Product Development teams to turn ideas into the merchandise in our stores
- Drive reduction of lead times and supply chain speed in order to help company be first to market
- Utilize negotiating skills and costing expertise to ensure quality/cost, and deliver maximum bottom-line impact
- Manage multiple product categories with varying levels of detail
- Perform any ad-hoc tasks/projects when required
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a large US Sourcing/Buying office is a bonus
- Degree educated in business or related discipline
- 10+ years relevant merchandising experience, preferably with a buying office
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word)
- Demonstrated leadership skills, but must be a team player
- Ability to multi-task successfully and prioritize while meeting critical deadlines
- Strong analytical and financial skills is a must
- Excellent organizational skills; attention to detail
- Passionate about fashion and strong customer-sense
- Effective negotiation, influencing and sourcing skills
- Proactive, dynamic with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Travelling is required
Skills/Abilities Required:
- Open and Detail minded
- Customer oriented
- Team player with leadership skills
- Good analytical skills
- Ability to work and grow in a rapidly changing and dynamic environment
- Good communication skills and able to communicate at various level of the organization,
- Able to analyze and optimize working processes
Dylan Choo
Rewarding Talents International
EA License: 22S1387
EA Personnel: R2094227
