Senior Sourcing Merchandiser (Toys – Indoor Play)

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KAS Pty Ltd (KAS) and Target Australia Sourcing (TAS) are part of the Anko Sourcing. We are now looking for a Senior Sourcing Merchandiser for GM Toys team who will be responsible for the Kids Indoor Play products including Kids Stationary, Art & Craft & Impulse Toys. The major duties include: 

• Sourcing and development activities to support sales and profitability growth
• Diversify and rationalize supplier base to deliver sourcing strategy
• Operational planning for the department and execution of GM projects

Job Accountabilities

1. Sourcing and development of new suppliers and new products

• Source and develop new suppliers & products at right quality with lowest price
• Coordinate buying trips and facilitate buying meetings

2. Supplier Negotiation and Management

• Negotiate with suppliers on pricing, MOQ, delivery date and other aspects for both new line and repeating line
• Develop and execute supplier engagement plans to enhance supplier capabilities with priority being pre-defined.
• Supervise Production Merchandiser on supplier performance improvement.

3. Critical path management

• Set up end-to-end (from new line sourcing to delivery) critical path at department and/or supplier level for each buying season
• Establish critical paths of other tasks when required
• Govern the critical path execution

4. Task Planning and Project Execution

• Develop project execution plans and department-level tasks
• Coordinate with key stakeholders and establish a prioritized task list.
• Take the lead in executing these tasks and ensure effective governance of deliverables

Job Requirements

1. Candidate Profile

• Minimum 7 years of solid merchandising experience in relevant categories, preferably in sizable sourcing office
• Diploma or above in relevant field.
• Experiences in sourcing diversification is required

2. Technical Skills

• Sound knowledge of merchandising systems and procedures
• Supplier base SWOT analysis
• Understanding of cost breakdown and awareness of raw material price impact
• Data management systems, costing sheets, etc.
• Computer literacy.

3. Traits/Abilities

• Self-motivated, with strong sense of commitment and able to work under pressure.
• Well organized, proactive and with strong sourcing, price negotiation and interp.ersonal skill.
• Solid analysis, summarizing and prioritization abilities
• Good time management.
• Able to work independently with buyers and suppliers.
• Proficient in both written and spoken Cantonese, English and Mandarin.

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