Merchandiser

UCP Group; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 268,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

UCP Group in Hong Kong is seeking an experienced Merchandiser to lead sourcing of seasonal and novelty items for US and EU customers. You will liaise with suppliers, factories and internal teams such as Sales and Design to drive product development and coordinate factory visits across Asia Pacific.

Immediate availability is preferred; candidates with more experience may be considered as Senior Merchandiser.

Qualifications

• Diploma or above in any discipline.
• 5 years relevant experience in Merchandising/Trading.
• Experience in sourcing products for US/EU customers.
• Good knowledge of materials including ceramic, resin, glass, Polynesian etc
• Good command of both written and spoken Chinese and English including Mandarin
• Well organized, self-motivated and willing to take challenges
• Immediate availability is highly preferred
• Candidate with more experience will be considered as Senior Merchandiser

Responsibilities

• Source of all kinds of seasonal / novelty items
• Liaise with suppliers, factories and internal parties such as Sales Department and Design Department in performing various of sourcing activities
• Take part in sourcing projects including searching of new suppliers and conducting factory visits
• Provide ad hoc support to the team
• Travel to Asia Pacific (mainly PRC)

Skills

Merchandising

Sourcing

Product development

Vendor liaison

English & Mandarin

Organizational skills

Time management

Immediate availability

Education

Diploma or above

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Source of all kinds of seasonal / novelty items
• Liaise with suppliers, factories and internal parties such as Sales Department and Design Department in performing various of sourcing activities
• Take part in sourcing projects including searching of new suppliers and conducting factory visits
• Provide ad hoc support to the team
• Travel to Asia Pacific (mainly PRC)

Requirements:

• Diploma or above in any diciplines
• 5 years relevant working experience in Merchandising/ Trading Industry
• Experience in sourcing products / product development for US / EU customers
• Good knowledge in different materials including ceramic, resin, glass, Polynesian etc
• Good command of both written and spoken Chinese and English including Mandarin
• Well organized, self-motivated and willing to take challenges
• strong problem-solving skills and able to meet deadlines
• Immediate available is highly preferred
• Candidate with more experience will be considered as “Senior Merchandiser”