Company Profile:
Lee Yin was established in Singapore in 1975, and has since grown into a leading regional apparel manufacturer and exporter. Lee Yin manufactures a wide range of apparel, such as fleece, T-shirts, sweaters, knit/woven garments, and knitted accessories. Lee Yin exports to customers throughout the world, including to leading brands like H&M, GAP, s.Oliver, GU, Carters & Desigual. As a deeply-experienced and progressive company, Lee Yin continues to streamline and develop its capabilities, which now include digital printing for fabrics and finished garments. Lee Yin strives towards sustainable growth and business, including making forward-looking investment in human resources, technology and renewable energy. Lee Yin is a member of the Textile and Fashion Federation (Singapore) and part of its Executive Committee.
Lee Yin also operates a retail division under the Coldwear brand, focusing primarily on winter wear apparel and travel accessories. Coldwear currently operates multiple stores in Singapore and Indonesia, as well as an eCommerce channel. It has evolved from a traditional winter wear company into a one-stop lifestyle concept retailer, providing travel wear for all seasons. For more details, http://www.coldwear.com.sg/company-profile-95.html.
Role Description:
The Merchandiser will be based in Singapore, reporting to Sales & Merchandising Manager. He/she plays a pivotal role in managing the coordination and communication between various departments within the organization and external stakeholders, ensuring that garment production and delivery schedules are met effectively.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate with the sales and design teams to understand the garment requirements, materials and design specifications.
- Review and process incoming orders from clients.
- Ensure that all order details, including quantities, specifications, and delivery schedules, are accurately recorded and communicated to relevant departments.
- Monitor the production process by collaborating with production teams, factories, and suppliers.
- Track and report the status of each order, ensuring it aligns with the agreed-upon production and delivery timeline.
- Address production-related issues promptly and work on solutions to prevent delays.
- Collaborate with quality control teams to establish and maintain quality standards for garments.
- Communicate quality feedback and requirements to the production teams.
- Act as the central point of contact for all garment-related inquiries, updates, and issues.
- Maintain regular communication with internal teams to provide status updates and address any concerns.
- Maintain accurate and organized records of all orders, production details, and quality reports.
Specifications/Requirements (Education, Experience, Skills):
- Minimum 2-3 years proven working experience in product development, sourcing and merchandising field.
- Previous experience in garment merchandising or a related role is preferred.
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong ability to prioritize workloads, attention to details and well-organized.
- Strong team player within own team and with cross-functional team with excellent communication skills.
- Detail-oriented, flexible and good problem-solving skill.
- Self-motivated and proactive to drive changes and new ways of working.
- Possess a curious mentality and a passion for learning.
- Good analytical mindset and pro-active attitude
- Good in time management and able to work with tight schedule and under pressure.
- Good computer skills in Word, Excel and Outlook, etc.
