Title:  Senior Merchandiser - Procurement

Job Requisition ID:  6081
Location: 

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 Merchandiser / Sr Merchandiser - Procurement is responsible for optimising the raw material usage by coordinating the procurement process end to end for the allocated RM category / customer account in the BU, as applicable. Coordinating with the Accenture team, Suppliers and internal stakeholders (for example, PD, Bulk, Warehouse, Production, Finance) to achieve the procurement KPIs for the allocated RM category / customer is key to the role holder.   

Key Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for procurement of raw material for the confirmed orders, meeting the delivery schedules, quality specifications and process requirements.
2. Ensure achievement of inventory and cost targets for the assigned category / customer account, through optimal ordering, reduction of write-offs and other costs.
3. Liaise with suppliers and concerned internal stakeholders for ensuring achievement of OTD, OTT, inventory, process adherence and supplier performance objectives.
4. Prepare MIS, documentation and reporting for functional procurement activities, as per procedure. 

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Diploma in Textile or Clothing technology or Materials management or any other relevant stream

Experience

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

Competencies

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

This is an Equal Opportunity Company