Responsibilities
Manage the procurement of fabrics, coordinating and negotiating with vendors on price, quality, quantity, and lead times
Ensure adherence to sourcing schedules to meet delivery requirements
Work proactively with suppliers, designers, and merchandisers to identify key and novel fabrics aligned with the procurement strategy
Assist in delivering and executing the overall procurement strategy and vision
Research fabric trends and technological developments
Collaborate with the team to add value for customers and reduce purchasing costs
Place orders for test fabrics, proto yardage, and track progress
Maintain seasonal fabric detail charts and fabric libraries, coordinate goods between fabric mills and garment factories
Oversee and validate Work in Progress tracking and production calendar dates
Plan and monitor production deliveries, review, and track vendor performance
Assess supplier capabilities and make recommendations to management
Identify and forge relationships with key strategic procurement vendors globally
Maintain raw materials quality standards; evaluate and advise on material suppliers’ performance
Manage testing and quality assurance control for all fabrics
Participate in ad hoc projects and tasks aligned with the company's vision and strategy
Requirements
DSE / Form 5 or above
Minimum of 7 years’ experience in the Manufacturing/RMG industry
Excellent knowledge of MS Office tools
Command of written and spoken English
Strong product and material knowledge with good development skills
Excellent negotiation skills
Highly motivated and results driven
Ability to remain composed under high-pressure situations
Capable of handling sensitive situations and reacting accordingly
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to multitask effectively
Candidates with less experience will be considered for Senior Fabric Merchandiser position
Interested parties, please send your resume with expected salary to [email protected]. You can also click on the website www.easyjobhk.com for more details about the company