Merchandiser
KIABI
Merchandiser
KIABI
Low-cost family fashion retailer worldwide
Main Activities/Responsibilities:
· Able to manage multi customer accounts & multi product categories independently
· Understand & implement customers’ requirements in term of products, quality, packaging, shipping, inspection with support of “support Functions”
· Lead direct communication with Clients after order confirmation
· Lead the price negotiation & communication with suppliers to achieve Clients’ KPI in terms of prices, Leadtime, margin
· Strong portfolio of competitive local suppliers’ which could support B2B business, including small & medium size orders
· Actively visit suppliers on a regular basis to keep abreast of their competences and activities
·Local/regional sourcing and market intelligence (look for and propose innovative products, fabrics, facilities, etc.)
· Contribute and be actor in company projects to develop efficiency and support changes of the organization
·Including but not limited to the previous responsibilities, the company can also require the Senior Merchandiser to carry out other duties (tasks, projects, temporary missions, etc.) that may be assigned by the Leadership on specific matters
· Higher Diploma or above in Textile & Fabric or related discipline
· Relevant experience of 7-8 years would be an advantage
Must have experience in working with trading companies, handling multi customer accounts / Multi product categories
· Should have aggressive sourcing ability
· Strong knowledge for full merchandising process from product development to production follow-up.
· Very good negotiation capabilities
· Sound technical knowledge for the position
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
· Ability to inspire confidence and influence working relationships, whilst displaying team player qualities.
· Good command of written & spoken English and Soft Skills.
·Ability to work with multiple vendors /customers
KIABI offers affordable fashion for the whole family, with a focus on low-cost ready-to-wear. Its product lines are designed in France by an in-house team of 56 fashion designers, and the company sells through a network of more than 505 shops worldwide. The fashion ranges are created in-house and then produced to be accessible and easy to wear for people of all ages and nationalities. The company operates with a straightforward business model: make simple, universal clothing at low prices and keep costs down by managing design in-house and selling through a large retail network. Compared with competitors, KIABI stands out thanks to its large global presence, French design origin, and emphasis on universality and joie de vivre in its branding, aiming to be the go-to source for affordable family fashion. Its goal is to keep fashion accessible for everyone while growing its international reach and maintaining French design sensibilities.
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