Merchandiser, Production Management / 6 Months' Contract

Victoria’s Secret & Co.; Kota Semarang; On-site; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A global apparel brand seeks an experienced professional for production management in Semarang. The role requires managing daily correspondences, following up on orders and shipments, and active participation in cross-functional meetings. Candidates should possess a degree in Marketing or Management and have at least 3 years of experience in the apparel industry, with expertise in systems like SAP and Microsoft tools. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in English.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in the apparel industry, including Bulk order Management.
• Experience in SAP, ERP or similar systems is an advantage.
• Excellent command of English (spoken & written).

Responsibilities

• Manage daily correspondences related to production management functions.
• Follow up from order confirmations to garment delivery.
• Participate in risk assessment meetings and share findings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Degree or Diploma in Marketing/Management

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Power BI

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage Daily correspondences related to production management functions.
• Pass off orders to vendors and trouble shoot if any challenges during order release.
• Follow up from order confirmations to Garment Delivery and ensure stipulated timelines met per agreed Calendar dates.
• Trouble shoot challenges during order management process and work with respective cross functional partners, supply chain and vendors on best solutions to minimize or eliminate risk to Brand, liaise with Brand partners with recommendations.
• Participating in Risk Assessment meetings, Cross Functional meeting & to follow up on any takeaways.
• Circulation of Open PO report with vendors on weekly basis ensure order book is intact.
• Following up on previous week’s shipments through weekly Order Tracking reports, Shipment Tracker work with vendor teams and report back to Brand partners with a status update.
• Vetting of the IOTR (Internal Order Tracking Report)/ DPR (Daily Production Reports) & trouble shoot on potential risk identified for deliveries scheduled in coming weeks.
• Regular factory visits and escalate if foresee any production delays / risk to leads with findings.
• Scheduling & conducting production status meetings and making sure Status reports (Order Tracking Reports) are shared with P&S partners at stipulated times.
• Follow up on OTR comments, Connect with Business Processing Team in India to ensure system updates are completed in a timely manner and reflects correctly on Vendor purchase orders.
• Managing Claims & Cancelation and work with vendors & suppliers for acceptance.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree or Diploma in Marketing / Management or similar area.
• 3+ years’ experience in the apparel industry, including experience in Bulk order Management.
• Experience in SAP, ERP or similar systems will be an added advantage.
• Fair knowledge in Planning will be an added advantage.
• Well organized, Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, good communication skills and be able to work independently with minimal supervision and be able to work under pressure.
• Should be good at multi-tasking and prioritizing work.
• Through knowledge on Microsoft Power BI to create & manage interactive data visualization, Microsoft Excel for data analysis & report generation.
• Competency to develop compelling presentations using Microsoft Power Point.
• Excellent command in English (Both spoken & written).
• A good team player with a positive attitude and proactive outlook with drive towards excellence.