Title:  Merchandiser - Procurement

Job Requisition ID:  6996
Location: 

Ratmalana, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Strategic Business Unit:  Key Accounts Group 2
About the Company and Job Details: 

About Brandix

At Brandix, a pioneer in Sri Lanka’s Apparel industry, we develop, manufacture and market end to end apparel solutions for world renowned brands. With a purpose to deliver Inspired Solutions through Inspired People, we have a team of over 50,000 employees across nine countries including India, Bangladesh, Haiti and the United Kingdom. On a journey to be the most sustainable apparel manufacturer in the region, Brandix embeds real change across every point of our operations as we care for our planet and the communities in which we serve.

Key purpose of the Job

The Sourcing & Procurement Merchandiser is responsible for optimizing raw material usage and coordinating the sourcing process, from enquiry to purchase order, for the designated raw material category or customer account within the Business Unit. This entails managing the entire procurement process, including PO to pay Furthermore, the job holder is responsible for execute the vested duties and responsibilities in relation to the Health & Safety guidelines, instructions and protocols of the Organization.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for procurement of raw material, including pre-order confirmation, PO release and RM follow up

2. Responsible for sourcing of raw material during the development stage as per the requirements of the Design & Development teams

3. Ensure achievement of inventory and cost targets for the assigned category / customer account, through optimal ordering, reduction of write-offs and other costs

4. Liaise with the suppliers and concerned internal stakeholders for achievement of sourcing & procurement objectives and supplier relationship management objectives

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Textile/Clothing Technology or Materials Management or any other relevant stream.

Experience

0 to 3 years of experience in the procurement / merchandising function

Competencies

1. Driving Vision and Change
2. Exciting & Engaging Customers
3. Inspiring Employees
4. Driving Results
TC - Knowledge of Supplier Development (P1)
TC - Knowledge of Sourcing (P1)
TC - Fabric Know-how (P1)
TC - Analytical Skills (P1)
TC - Supplier Relationship Management (P1)
TC - Knowledge of Procurement (P1)
TC - Functional IT and Digital Skills (P1)
TC - Analytical Skills (P1)

This is an Equal Opportunity Company