Merchandise Sourcing & Purchasing Department Manager

Job Summary

Responsible for leading the procurement of merchandise and promotional products for the organization, covering both domestic and international sourcing, with a strong focus on suppliers in China. This role ensures products meet quality, cost, and delivery targets while building strategic supplier partnerships and driving procurement efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute procurement strategies for merchandise and promotional products.

Source, evaluate, and negotiate with local and international suppliers, especially in China.

Manage the end-to-end purchasing process, including supplier selection, purchase orders, production follow-up, shipment, and delivery.

Ensure products meet quality standards, target costs, and delivery schedules.

Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while identifying new sourcing opportunities.

Collaborate with Product Development, Marketing, Operations, Quality, Logistics, and Finance to support business objectives.

Monitor procurement performance, manage budgets, and drive cost-saving initiatives.

Lead, coach, and develop the Purchasing team while improving procurement processes and SOPs.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, or related fields.

At least 7 years of procurement experience, with 3 years in a managerial role.

Strong experience in international sourcing, particularly with suppliers in China.

Experience in merchandise, consumer products, retail, or FMCG is preferred.

Strong negotiation, supplier management, and analytical skills.

Knowledge of import/export processes and international trade.

Good command of English; Mandarin is an advantage.

Key Competencies

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Management

Negotiation

Cost Management

Supply Chain Management

Leadership

Cross-functional Collaboration

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement