Senior Sourcing Specialist - Hardgoods (Furniture, Décor, Camping, Household)

Objectives of the position

The objectives of the position are to:

• Closely monitor and manage all aspects of the Critical Path

• Ensure continuous on time deliveries and smooth daily operation

• Maintain high standard of product quality

• Negotiate with Suppliers to achieve profit target

Main Responsibilities

The holder of the position is mainly responsible for the following areas in coordination with his / her superior:

• Responsible for the sampling process and manage the ordering progress from confirmation to shipment with team, and provide problem solving wherever necessary

• To communicate and work closely with European Buyers and other Asian Branch offices

• Help managing the order allocation process within the set framework from Headquarters

• Manage quotations, price analysis and price negotiations with supplier within the negotiation parameters and Authorities of Approval set by Headquarters

• Work closely and effectively with cross-functional departments (QA, PD, Sourcing, Production, Artwork...)

• Responsible for the quarterly buying activities between buyer and supplier within the negotiation parameters and authorities of approval.

• Conduct market research and benchmarking, to develop new business and product categories

• Conduct factory inspections and ensure product quality when required

• Develop the business and new product categories within the the framework set by Headquarters

• Responsible for order negotiation between buyer and suppliers within the negotiation parameters and authorities of approval set by Headquarters

• Evaluate and monitor the factories for continuous improvement and business development

• Proactively anticipate issues and provide problem solving wherever necessary

• To provide support to Senior Merchandiser

Other

In addition to the listed tasks, the holder of the position is obliged to implement seperate projects upon request by the superior which result from operational requirements.

Main Requirements

• Tertiary level education

• At least 10 year of merchandising experience

• Good command of written and spoken English, additional languages would benificial

• Detail-oriented mindset

• Possess strong project management skills

• Must be self motivated, organised, responsible, hardworking and independent

• Good working attitude, willing to learn, and a good team player

• Proficient in MS Office (specifically Excel)

• Experience in price negotiations and order allocation

• Ability to work under pressure

• Fresh graduates will a relevant degree will also be considered

• Familiar with the related compliance standard is an advantage

• Willing to travel when required