Merchandiser (Seasonal/Everyday Home)

Do you have a commercial mindset and understand how sourcing and merchandising is vital in the success of a global retail business?

Do you want to develop a career which requires strong analytical and negotiation skills, with great opportunities to travel in the region in the future?

Do you want to join a business with charismatic business leaders who put our employees 1st with ample learning and development opportunities?

Then join Woolworths as a Merchandiser and be part of one of the largest retail groups in the world!

THE ROLE

• Work closely with the Australian buying & design teams to understand their product requirements and follow the company’s procedures on the product developments process
• Follow-up orders from samples development to bulk production in applying supply management
• Track & Collect the data of the raw materials
• Source right the suppliers who meet our business requirements and can manufacture products to deliver better quality and value to our customers
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance to ensure that critical path timeframes are met
• Communicate with buyers, design and quality team, and suppliers on technical issues and problem resolution
• Negotiate pricing and production timeframes with suppliers
• Monitor production orders, and maintain a close understanding of the shipment schedule to ensure the flow of production and shipment on time.
• Engage with and influence all key stakeholders

• Keep up to date on trends and innovations in the market
  

WHO YOU ARE

• 3-5 years of General Merchandiser experience is a must. Experience in seasonal decor, hard home is an added advantage.
• Ability to operate in a fast paced culture of change
• Excellent product knowledge and understanding of relevant manufacturing processes.
• Attentive to details and able to work under pressure and capable to work independently
• Good command of both spoken and written English & Bangla in order to communicate well with our key stakeholders such as suppliers, buyers, designers, and garment Technical
• Demonstrated supply and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work independently with overseas buyers, suppliers and factories

• Willing to learn and take responsibilities
  

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

• Be a part of a multinational retail group
• Constant mentoring and training provided
• A market leading 20 days annual leave
• Enjoy a 5 day working week within a business that values work-life balance and flexible hour arrangement