Job Description
1. Team Management and Planning
- Develop and implement work plans for the merchandising team in alignment with the company's overall operational plan and business objectives.
- Assign tasks and allocate responsibilities to team members based on workload and priority.
- Supervise and evaluate team performance to ensure efficiency, productivity, and high-quality work standards.
- Provide guidance and professional training to merchandisers, particularly regarding garment styles, construction details, and customer requirements.
2. Production Coordination and Follow-up
- Monitor and follow up on bulk production progress to ensure timelines are met.
- Coordinate communication between merchandising teams, sales staff, and customers regarding production updates.
- Ensure production departments receive accurate and timely information related to customer specifications and production requirements.
- Supervise the timely arrival of fabrics and materials required for production and ensure proper follow-up when delays occur.
3. Cross-Department Collaboration
- Coordinate closely with relevant departments including Sales, Sample Room, Production, Warehouse, and Accessories to ensure smooth workflow and project completion.
- Support the production department in addressing issues arising during bulk production.
- Facilitate communication between sales teams and customers when resolving production-related challenges.
4. Costing and Reporting
- Prepare garment costing and submit it for approval by the General Manager before sending quotations to sales teams or clients.
- Review Standard Allowed Minutes (SAM) with the IE team and verify embroidery, washing, or subcontracting costs when required.
- Prepare and submit relevant reports and documentation according to company procedures.
5. Operations and Compliance
- Implement and enforce company policies, procedures, and management systems within the department.
- Monitor employee discipline and maintain an orderly working environment.
- Optimize resource utilization and monitor operational costs to improve efficiency.
- Ensure tasks assigned by management are completed effectively and on time.
- Maintain a proactive approach to prevent errors and minimize operational risks.
Recruitment Request
- College degree or higher in a relevant field.
- Fluent in English (mandatory) with strong communication skills.
- Minimum 2 years of experience at Merchandiser Leader level or above in the garment industry.
- Strong understanding of garment manufacturing processes and familiarity with garment business procedures