Job Description
Our client is a Thai design, fashion, and lifestyle brand. They are now looking for a Purchasing and Sourcing Specialist/Supervisor to join their team.
Job Description
- Design and implement effective sourcing strategies to acquire high-quality materials tailored for fashion retail products.
- Identify, assess, and onboard potential suppliers while ensuring compliance with company standards for quality, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability.
- Lead contract negotiations, including pricing, terms, and delivery schedules, to secure optimal agreements with suppliers.
- Partner closely with design, production, and merchandising teams to align material sourcing with product requirements and timelines.
- Track and evaluate supplier performance, fostering strong relationships to maintain consistent quality and reliability.
- Stay informed about market trends and pricing fluctuations, identifying cost-saving opportunities to sustain a competitive advantage.
- Uphold compliance with company policies, industry standards, and ethical sourcing practices.
- Maintain accurate documentation of purchasing and sourcing activities to support reporting and audits.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in purchasing and sourcing, with a focus on the fashion retail industry.
- Comprehensive knowledge of fashion retail materials, including textiles, trims, and accessories.
- Proven expertise in negotiation, and analytical skills, with a history of securing favorable supplier agreements.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain effective relationships.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing software is an advantage.
- Detail-oriented, with a dedication to quality and sustainability in sourcing practices.
Benefits
- 5 day working week (Monday – Friday 09.00 AM – 05.00 PM).
- Base salary with performance bonus.
- SSO, group insurance with a dental allowance, and a provident fund.