Role Purpose:
The Category Sourcing Manager is responsible for coordinating with buyers as
well as supporting purchases for MAF Retail. The role holder is also
responsible for assisting with selection and examining products that get to
store shelves, in catalogues.
Role Details - Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
* Implement effective strategies for sourcing goods and maintaining desired stock levels.
* Research and review new products to meet company's goals.
* Prepare and review purchase details of orders and deliveries.
* Research and suggest new suppliers with long-term cost savings or quality improvement.
* Implement methods to reduce shortages and overstocking through analysis of data and prepare control strategies.
* Implement negotiation strategies to secure profitable deals.
* Develop a cost scenario analysis, and benchmarking for the sourcing function when required.
* Identify profitable suppliers and initiate partnerships.
* Cultivate relationships with existing and future suppliers.
* Develop and provide inputs on the risk evaluation of existing and future supply contracts .
* Utilize network to expand supplier base and attend trade shows to identify new product trends and potential suppliers.
* Develop reports on key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
* Control spending and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs.
* Communicate with Sales Development frequently to better understand the needs of MAF Retail.
* Develop database of key trends in consumer retail.
* Communicate with relevant stakeholders to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the sourcing function.
Qualification, Experience & Skills:
Minimum Qualifications/education
* Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Business Administration.
Minimum Experience
* 5+ years of experience in a similar role.
* 2+ years in retail.
Skills
* Good command of English language.
* Talent in negotiations and networking.
* Strong people management skills.
* Strong business communication and presentation skills.
* Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers.
* Experience in collecting and analyzing data.
* Strong leadership capabilities.
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