Product Merchandiser (Ethiopian nationals OR Work permit holders only)
We are looking for Product Merchandiser based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
H&M, Puls Trading Far East Ltd. is operating worldwide with a business concept to offer fashion and quality at the best price in a sustainable way. It employs more than 161,000 employees around the world with its production head office in Hong Kong. We have chosen Ethiopia as the hub of our East Africa operations and have made it the target of our biggest purchases in the coming many years. It has been about four years since we are operational in the country/region and Ethiopia-made clothes are already being sold in many of our stores across the world.
As a Product Merchandiser you will be an integral part of establishing one of H&M’s newest and most exciting production markets. We are looking for someone who has good knowledge of the full office operations and can be involved in different projects developing our operation with focus on efficiency and growth.
What will you do?
As Product Merchandiser, you are the product owner accountable for securing the best deal for products and you own the full process from product development until the shipment of orders.
You are responsible for:
following the set seasonal planning/goals and company method/outlines to achieve the best deal for products.
driving development, quotation and order follow up processes per the set plan/goals (together with the Merchandiser, if relevant), ensuring right suppliers are selected to achieve the best customer offer.
following up on orders, ensuring on-time delivery and that quality and sustainability requirements are secured (together with the Merchandiser if relevant).
You deliver on the areas you have ownership for by living our values every day and leading by examples.
You work closely with other internal stakeholders, the Global Purchasing Organisation, the Buying Office and external suppliers by balancing everyone’s requirements to ensure the best product offer. Y
ou are a problem solver and constantly looking for ways for suppliers and our teams to innovate and improve in the ways that we work.
As an informal leader and you lead by example to inspire and motivate your team to grow.
Who will you work with?
In this role, you will join a dynamic and energetic team based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. You will be part of the Supply Chain team and report to Capacity Assurance and Product Manager. You will interact regularly with colleagues based locally as well as across the globe.
At H&M, we value your personal qualities as much as your professional skills. We really want you to join our team if:
Degree in Textiles or Business/ Economics with three years of experience in a reputed buying office & garment factory
Product and material knowledge
General knowledge of export trade and documentation requirements
Excellent written and spoken English
Advanced knowledge of Excel
Good negotiation and communication skills
Strong organizational skill
Strong people development skills