Senior Merchandiser-Costing

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Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women s, men s and kid s apparel, accessories, entertainment, and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together. Specific Responsibilities Would Include Overall Responsibilities Handle end to end cost analysis and product engineering from Design, inspiration to adoption - ensure right quality, right vendor, right price and right CO within ISC Be well versed with costs and performance parameters of various components of Garments Fabrics (Knits, Wovens, Denim, Sweater, Outerwear, Swimwear, Lingerie, Socks) - Dyeing and Processing methods and costs -Trims local, Imported - Cut Make & Trim charges know the SMV, SAM of various garments -Value added services: printing, embroidery, washing, applique - Testings fabric, garment, traceability -Transportation and logistics cost - Overheads, Profit of the manufacturing organization - Productivity, factory and line efficiencies Familiar with INCO terms, duty structure of US and European markets, HTS codes Fam iliar with factory and vendor base in Bangladesh and other India sub-continent countries. Coordinate the Price Negotiation with suppliers Coordinate all operational activities from costing to proto sample development Collaborate with Overseas teams, suppliers & merchandising teams to negotiate prices, quantities, and timescales. Assess capacity and capability of vendors and factories Maximize customer interest at margin levels. Build constructive customer/supplier relationships and teams with all channel partners. Time to time reporting to business leader as per requirements Take care of any Ad-hoc projects Communicate with buyers/Merchant teams on a regular basis to provide up-to-date info with regard to the status of production and shipment of garments. Follow the guidelines on the assigned product categories and being the key communicator for the assigned product areas in the business stream. Risk analysis / assessment at proto stage, diagnose production problems and work with suppliers to present alternatives to buyers and line seniors. Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have Additional Requirements 8-10 years working experience in merchandising, cost analysis, buying Sound knowledge of garment manufacturing, including construction, fabrication, trim and print techniques, knits and Denim products. Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, highly detail oriented. Professional qualification in related field. Excellent verbal and written communications skills Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, Excel etc. Competency Requirements ((if applicable)) Behavioral Competencies: Decision Making Communication Think do mindset. Conflict Management and Problem Solving Language Proficiency: Fluent in: English Specific Working Conditions Frequency of Trave: As required. #LI-HR1

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