About us
We aspire to deliver value in global supply chains by living our values around people partners and the planet. As new technologies disrupt the way consumers and businesses interact Li & Fung is reimagining and creating supply chains for the future. Through our innovative products and end-to-end supply chain solutions we aim to expand the realm of what is possible and create more value for more players along the supply chain.
With our entrepreneurial spirit we are using digital technologies to speed collaboration drive innovation and enhance sustainability. Our values form the basis of our culture our brand and our business strategies. They define how we engage with our colleagues with our customers and suppliers our shareholders and the communities in which we live and work.
We are seeking an experienced and resourceful Senior Merchandiser Fabrics & Trims to join our team. The role focuses on securing quality fabrics and trims particularly stock fabrics in the China market through strong supplier relationships market insight and effective negotiation to ensure material availability quality and cost competitiveness to support customer and business needs.
Here is what you need to know about this role:
Supplier Identification & Evaluation - Identify and assess mills traders and trim suppliers based on capability quality reliability price competitiveness and responsiveness.
Fabrics & Trims Sourcing - Source fabrics and trims particularly on stock fabric options available in the China market to meet customer and business requirements while ensuring timely material availability for mid to high-end fashion manufacturing.
Negotiation & Cost Management - Negotiate pricing terms and minimum order conditions to achieve competitive cost results while ensuring quality and availability.
Sample & Material Coordination - Arrange and follow up on fabric swatches trim samples price quotations and technical details; ensure accuracy and completeness of all material information.
Issue Resolution & Alternatives Recommendation - Identify risks such as unstable pricing limited stock or quality concerns and proactively recommend alternative materials or suppliers.
Data & Record Management - Maintain updated sourcing files cost sheets supplier information and material databases to support decision-making and traceability.
Market Research & Insight Sharing - Track market trends stock fabric availability price movements and supplier developments; share timely insights with customers and internal stakeholders to support decision-making.
Support on Sourcing Initiatives - Participate in sourcing-related projects and carry out tasks assigned by Management.
Requirements:
Diploma or above in Textiles Merchandising Fashion & Garment or related discipline.
Minimum 5 years of experience in fabrics and trims sourcing with proven hands-on expertise in stock fabric sourcing in the China market.
Strong supplier network and solid knowledge of China stock fabric trading landscape and mill resources are highly preferred.
Advanced negotiation skills with the ability to secure competitive stock deals.
Good understanding of fabric construction material characteristics and trim categories.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Well-organized detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines with strong problem-solving abilities.
Proficient in written and spoken English Cantonese and Mandarin.
Skilled in MS Office applications; familiarity with PLM systems is a plus.
If this sounds like you Apply Now! We offer the below benefits and perks: -
Competitive salary with 13th month salary plus discretionary bonus
Health dental life and personal accident insurances
Paid days off festival early leave volunteer leave
Sample sales and staff discount offer
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As an equal opportunity employer we shall consider all applicants regardless of gender age religion marital status race sexual orientation disability disease pregnancy or trade union and/or political affiliation and disregard all factors deemed inappropriate by local law and the International Labor Organizations Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.
About Li & Fung
At Li & Fung value has tangible meaning and we strive to deliver value to our stakeholders with each and everyinteraction. We also live by our values of humilityentrepreneurship and family and they are at the core of our relationship with our people our partners and our commitment to reduce the harmful impact of our industry on the planet.
Since 1906 we have grown from our initial startup focused on trading porcelain and silk from China to the West to todays multinational corporation managing complex supply chains for brands and retailers worldwide. Over 118 years Li & Fung has been developing networks and building long-term meaningful relationships with our stakeholders. Despite major changes and disruptions innovation and creativity continue to drive our business. We constantly experiment with new ways of working to deliver value to our customers and suppliers our shareholders and the communities in which we live and work. We are dedicated to changing how the world works and making life better for people everywhere.
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Senior IC