Title:  Senior Merchandiser - Procurement

Job Requisition ID:  6937
Location: 

Ratmalana, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Strategic Business Unit:  Key Accounts Group 1
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 60,000 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 Senior Merchandiser - Procurement 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, from PO to pay. Furthermore, the job holder is responsible for executing the duties and responsibilities related to the organization's Health & Safety guidelines, instructions, and protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Responsible for the procurement of raw materials, including pre-order confirmation, PO release, and RM follow-up.
  2. Responsible for sourcing raw materials during the development stage, in line with the requirements of the Design & Development teams.
  3. Ensure the 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 suppliers and internal stakeholders to achieve sourcing, procurement, and supplier relationship management objectives.
     

Education

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

Experience

3 years of experience in the Procurement or 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