Purchasing (Garment Manufacturing)

Job Description:

• Sourcing the materials for the garment industry (trims & packaging) and developing suppliers based on quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
• Negotiate agreements and pricing with suppliers
• Monitoring and developing the staff below in a timely manner, providing guidance and support to achieve the goals
• Creating Bill of Materials and actualization of materials consumption once order completed
• Helping Production team in finding subcontract to support order completion
• Identify situations in advance where procurement involvement can increase
• Develop a sourcing plan for both for local and international sources, so that fast and effectively sourcing operations are possible
• Manage material inventories and conduct purchasing as needed
• Perform an analysis Monthly forecasting report to ensure and maintain acceptable inventory level.
• Work closely with the Development Department in executing new product development; develop and implement quality specifications during trial productions and beyond.
• Work on special projects as requested by management; supports all levels of department management

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Have a good knowledge in garment manufacturing materials, such as: hang tag, yarn, packaging, button, zipper, etc
• Ability to work with various levels of the supplier from the local and international market
• Should have adequate skills to develop and implement sourcing and negotiation strategies for the company.
• Excellent teamwork skills and proven aptitude to partner effectively with a wide range of stakeholders (i.e., top management, colleagues, suppliers, and internal/external customers)
• Ability to work independently, prioritize and multi-task while maintaining a positive and collaborative attitude

Skills: Sourcing Skills, Purchasing Negotiation, Planning & Scheduling, Leadership