Merchandiser (SDA)

Role Overview

This position involves overseeing end-to-end order management to ensure timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. The merchandiser is responsible for negotiating with suppliers to achieve cost-effective pricing aligned with target margins set by headquarters, maintaining accountability for profitability and quality of merchandise.

Key Duties

• Serve as the main liaison to factories, coordinating the full ordering process.
• Determine appropriate price and quality for each item to maximize value for customers.
• Participate in factory evaluations and support ongoing improvements and business growth.
• Collaborate closely with the product development team during product sampling stages.
• Manage quotations, conduct pricing analyses, and lead price negotiations within parameters defined by headquarters.
• Administer order allocation consistent with departmental strategy and headquarters frameworks.
• Oversee the critical path of merchandising activities through engagement with supply chain and related teams.
• Monitor order progress and proactively resolve issues as they arise.

Qualifications and Experience

• Higher education qualification or equivalent tertiary-level degree.
• Extensive experience in merchandising roles.
• Strong technical understanding of materials and processes relevant to the product categories handled.
• Effective negotiation skills combined with strong commercial acumen.
• Proactive approach to anticipating and addressing challenges.
• Ability to manage stress and adapt to changing priorities and strict deadlines.
• Problem-solving capability, including knowing when to seek guidance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, especially Excel/Sheets and PowerPoint/Slides.
• Willingness to travel as necessary.

Benefits and Work Environment

The employer supports a family-oriented culture and is committed to equal opportunity employment. Benefits include:

• Double monthly salary and performance-based discretionary bonus.
• Choice of Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) providers.
• Life and medical insurance coverage.
• Rental reimbursement program.
• Special leave for important appointments.
• Opportunity to participate in in-house training and sponsorship programs.
• Regular health and vision screenings.
• Generous maternity and paternity leave options.
• Consultation support for children's education.
• Five-day working week with competitive annual leave.
• Engagement in charity, community, and sports activities.