Associate Merchandiser

Job Purpose

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Associate Merchandiser is responsible for assisting the Merchandising team in their daily merchandising activities including sampling, order processing, reporting, data entry and production tracking. They work in conjunction with vendors to realize the deadlines for each season.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow-up on T&A of sample development
• Ensure key dates are met on brand calendars
• Follow-up on program approval samples with factories Notify Merchandise Manager of any major issues during development cycle
• Daily update & track product development status, perform follow ups to make sure everything runs as planned
• Visit vendors based on the dates for sample reviews, color reviews and pre-production meeting
• To make sure the samples are made based on the latest revisions and ready on time. Inform vendors on approvals
• Work under strict deadlines.
• Establish a business and technical support with factory management and R&D staff. Daily update & track product development status, testing status, photo sample status and perform follow ups to make sure everything runs as planned.
• Document all Product Information Sheets (PIS) and update Sourcing & Product Development team: final product data sheet, final sample review form.
• Update Sourcing & Product Development Team with the tracking details. Create quote sheet, SKU Worksheet of every new products.
• Regularly visit vendors & follow up with outstanding issues and update Brand Managers accordingly
• Managing on time sample delivery.
• Other duties as and when assigned.
  
  
  

Job Holder’s Competencies & Experience

• 1+ years sourcing/merchandising experience will be preferred, especially at Furniture (Upholstery / Casegoods)
• Ability to collaborate with the team as well as work independently and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Strong follow up skills, sense of ownership and attention to details
• Professional proficiency at written, communication and presentation
• Ability to represent WSI standards and expectations
• Adaptable at working in a fast-paced environment with 4 seasonal calendars that overlaps one another
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
• Effectively manage and communicate with stakeholders from different time zones and provide timely response
• Able to deliver results by influencing internal and external partners