Summary
Location
Hong Kong
Type
full-time
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About this role
Brighter futures start here
Anko Sourcing is the direct sourcing arm for the iconic Australian retail brands, Kmart and Target. As a team of highly experienced retail sourcing professionals, we strive to bring globally compelling, low-cost, on-trend products to our customers in Australia and New Zealand. We follow the highest standards to source ethically and operate with a clear focus on the welfare of our planet and our people. Anko Sourcing operations span the largest sourcing markets across Asia, including China, Hong Kong, India, Bangladesh, Singapore, Indonesia, and Vietnam.
KAS Pty Ltd (KAS) and Target Australia Sourcing (TAS) are part of the Anko Sourcing. We are now looking for a Product Technologist to join our GM Quality team who will be mainly responsible for handling the quality aspect of Appliances / Lighting products.
Job Accountabilities
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Ensure products are evaluated, tested and approved (sealed) in accordance with Company standards and mandatory requirements
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Ensure that full factory audit and approval on potential suppliers are carried out in accordance with Kmart policy with corrective action plan in place
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Ensure that all relevant inspection criteria (checklist, specification, QA report etc) and sealed sample are made available to the QC inspectors prior to production inspection
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Ensure inspection criteria(DCL) / Seal sample and product specification available to QC inspection
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Ensure customer feedback including complaint and supplier issues are managed and resolved with the suppliers
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Engage in Quality Improvement Activities and Ad hoc project as assigned by management.
Job Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in technical discipline and background
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At least 3 years’ QA working experience
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Solid knowledge and experience in handling quality aspects of Appliance related products
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Experience in handling quality aspects of Lighting related products will be a plus
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Preventive awareness in term of product safety and production consistency
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Experience in retail business sourcing or buying office is preferable
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Experience in collaborating with 3rd party test laboratory is preferable
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Familiar with Australian technical standard requirements, or EU markets
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Good communication skills both in English and Mandarin
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Strong integrity and professional ethics
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Knowledge in ISO 9000 and factory audit experience is an advantage
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Self-discipline, good team player, self-motivated, open minded
Perks and benefits we’ll offer you:
A place you can belong
We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected, and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.
Other facts
About kmartaustr
We’re Team Kmart, on a mission to make everyday living brighter for our customers by improving the Kmart shopping experience – every time and everywhere they engage with us.
For over fifty years now, we’ve been spreading the Kmart love to families of all shapes and sizes in Australia, then New Zealand, and now right across the world! We’re the place where families come first for the lowest prices on everyday items – it’s our vision and it’s what we do with passion.
Today, Kmart has more than 300 stores across Australia and New Zealand and is recognised as one of the most profitable discount department stores in Australia. With over 40,000 Kmart superstars who are all focused on giving our customers the products that they love at the lowest prices, it truly is an exciting time to be a part of our Kmart family – and there’s never been a better time to join us then now!
To find out more information, scroll through our LinkedIn page, or, we’d be happy to welcome you online at www.kmart.com.au
Did you know we’re a part of something bigger?
Owned by Wesfarmers Limited, the Kmart Group family comprises of Kmart Australia and New Zealand, Target Australia, Catch Australia and KAS Group Asia. The Group operates 520 stores across Australia and New Zealand, has offices in Australia and around the world, and employs more than 46,000 team members all focused on delivering products that our customers love.
Together, the Kmart Group is creating an even more satisfying shopping experience for all of our customers, no matter where they are in the world.
What you'll do
- The Product Technologist will ensure that Appliances and Lighting products are evaluated, tested, and approved according to company standards. They will also manage supplier issues and engage in quality improvement activities.
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