Tuyển dụng Merchandising Manager - Technical Apparel tại Hồ Chí Minh

ABOUT THE POSITION

• Our client, an international group, is seeking a Merchandise Manager to strengthen its procurement and supplier management operations in Asia.
• This role will act as a key link between the regional organization and the Group Procurement team, ensuring effective implementation of procurement strategies, strong supplier partnerships, and consistent operational execution. The successful candidate will lead and develop the local merchandising team, improve internal processes, and drive cross-functional collaboration across the supply chain.
• This position is particularly suited to a commercially minded professional with a background in textiles, procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and working in an international environment.
• RESPONSIBILITIES
• 1. Team Leadership & Development
• Lead and guide the merchandising team, including Senior Merchandisers and Merchandisers, to achieve business objectives and performance expectations.
• Develop team capabilities through coaching, training, knowledge sharing, and the implementation of best practices.
• Establish clear responsibilities, working procedures, and performance follow-up mechanisms to improve team effectiveness.
• Strengthen collaboration between merchandising, technical, development, quality, logistics, and procurement functions.
• 2. Supplier Relationship Management
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with suppliers and external business partners across Asia.
• Lead discussions on quality issues, technical requirements, delivery timelines, corrective actions, and commercial matters.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure agreed actions are implemented within the required timelines.
• Coordinate with suppliers, testing laboratories, inspection providers, and other external stakeholders to resolve issues and improve performance.
• 3. Procurement Process & Operational Excellence
• Ensure effective implementation of Group Procurement strategies, standards, and procedures within the local organization.
• Monitor procurement-related activities, order follow-up, documentation, reporting, and process compliance.
• Identify operational gaps, inefficiencies, and potential risks, and drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain clear accountability, transparent reporting, and timely escalation of critical issues.
• Support the transfer of knowledge, processes, and best practices from Group Headquarters to the local organization.
• 4. Sourcing & Supplier Development
• Support sourcing initiatives in alignment with Group Procurement priorities and established approval processes.
• Provide local market intelligence, supplier assessments, and sourcing support when required.
• Contribute to supplier development and the expansion of supplier partnerships.
• Sourcing activities account for approximately 20% of the role, with the primary focus on supplier management, process improvement, team development, and operational execution.

Yêu cầu công việc

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Textile Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in the textile industry, particularly in procurement, sourcing, merchandising, or supply chain management.
• Experience in technical apparel is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of supplier relationship management, procurement processes, and supply chain operations.
• Proven experience in team leadership, coaching, training, or developing team capabilities.
• Experience in process improvement, operational coordination, supplier performance monitoring, and issue resolution.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with international teams and suppliers.
• Excellent command of English, including professional business communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; familiarity with ERP systems and procurement platforms is an advantage.
• Experience working in an international or Western corporate environment is a plus.
• Proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented, with strong ownership, accountability, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, including internationally when required.

Quyền lợi

• Khác: 13-month salary, Performance Bonus, Annual Leave, etc.