Robert Walters ★ 4.3

Keywords: Merchandising, Manager, Product Development, Pre-production, People Management, Data Analysis, Vendor Relationship Management

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Merchandising Manager to join their team in Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead product development, pre-production processes, people management, data analysis, and vendor relationship management.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing related products development, collaborating with vendors and cross-functional teams, coaching the team to achieve KPIs, maintaining data in different systems, and holding regular meetings with cross-functional teams.

* Lead product development and pre-production processes
* Manage a team to achieve key performance indicators
* Maintain strong vendor relationships

What you'll do:

As a Merchandising Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our client's business. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of product development, from market sample tracking to providing sample options for meeting due dates. Your role will also involve collaborating with vendors and cross-functional teams across various locations. You will be expected to coach your team effectively, leading them towards achieving their KPIs. Additionally, you will maintain data in different systems such as PLM and Intellimas to manage daily activities. A significant part of your role will involve managing vendor relationships and resolving any related issues promptly. Regular meetings with cross-functional teams will also fall under your purview.

* Manage related products development including market sample tracking, T&A management and providing sample options for meeting due dates
* Collaborate with vendors, cross functional teams and counterparts in the regional & Head Quarter offices
* Coach the team and lead them to achieve KPI's
* Maintain data in different systems such as PLM, Intellimas to manage daily activities
* Manage vendor relationships and resolve vendor related issues in a timely manner
* Hold regular meetings with cross functional teams

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Merchandising Manager position brings a wealth of experience and a diverse skill set. You possess strong influencing and negotiation skills that enable you to work effectively with vendors and cross-functional teams. Your strategic thinking abilities allow you to make informed decisions that benefit the business. You have proven expertise in supplier evaluation and selection, compliance and ethical sourcing, as well as product life cycle management. Furthermore, you are proficient in English, both written and spoken.

* Influencing and Negotiation skills
* Cost and other Data Analytics skills
* Strategic Thinking abilities
* Supplier Evaluation and Selection expertise
* Compliance and Ethical Sourcing knowledge
* Product Life Cycle Management familiarity
* Experience in managing baby/childrenswear
* Good command of written and spoken English

What sets this company apart:

Our client is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. They offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued for their unique contributions. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values its employees and offers opportunities for professional growth and development.

What's next:

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, apply today!

Apply today by clicking on the link!

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.