SENIOR MERCHANDISING MANAGER - Garment Apparel

  • Merchandiser
  • Jakarta Raya
  • 02-Sep-2024
  • Full time

Job Descriptions

  • Cultivate and strengthen long-term relationships with customers to maximize business growth and capitalize on market opportunities.
  • Lead and manage the team with vision, transparency, and strategic planning to achieve high performance and deliver strong business results.
  • Build and maintain a robust local and regional vendor network to meet current and future customer needs. Coordinate and negotiate with vendors on pricing, quality, and quantity, while developing procurement plans and sourcing strategies.
  • Oversee vendor performance, manage orders, track production through to delivery, and ensure contract compliance with suppliers.
  • Identify areas for improvement and new sourcing opportunities, establishing procedures to deliver cost savings and accelerate processes.
  • Introduce innovative ideas to streamline workflows and enhance product development processes.
  • Implement efficient systems to document and manage product engineering changes.
  • Design and enforce office policies by establishing standards, procedures, and KPIs, while making necessary adjustments based on performance results.
  • Resolve escalated office administrative issues and perform additional duties as assigned by management.


Requirements

  • Extensive experience in woven garment production for the US apparel market.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • At least 10 years of relevant experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a managerial role.
  • Strong understanding of products and materials, with well-developed skills in merchandising and product development processes.
  • Proven ability to build strong client relationships, develop business opportunities, and lead teams effectively.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities, with a capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with fluency in English.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally as required.