Associate Merchandiser

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.; Monterrey; On-site; MXN 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking an Associate Merchandiser to support the product lifecycle from development through delivery, coordinating with vendors, factories and logistics to meet cost, quality and timeline goals.

In this role you will track development milestones, manage PO details, monitor production status, and communicate updates across Merchandising, Sourcing and Supply Chain teams. A bachelor’s degree and at least one year in sourcing, merchandising or logistics are preferred, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, international business, engineering, or related field.
• At least one year of experience in sourcing, merchandising, or supply chain.
• Strong follow-up, organization, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across time zones.
• Professional English proficiency.
• Excel proficiency; familiarity with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Track product development, samples, testing, approvals and milestones.
• Maintain accurate product documentation, quote sheets, SKU worksheets and status reports.
• Review and manage purchase orders, including quantities, costs, lead times, ship windows and vendor information.
• Monitor production status and identify risks related to materials, capacity, quality or delivery.
• Coordinate with vendors and logistics teams on shipment readiness, bookings, documentation and delivery timelines.
• Support the resolution of order, transportation, ASN, invoice and receiving issues.
• Follow up on quality inspections, testing results, defects and corrective action plans.
• Monitor vendor performance related to on-time delivery, order accuracy, quality and responsiveness.
• Provide clear updates to Merchandising, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Quality and Brand teams.
• Analyze order and vendor data to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
• Visit vendors and factories when required to review samples, production, quality and outstanding issues

Skills

Follow-up

Organizational

Analytical

Communication

Excel

ERP familiarity

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Associate Merchandiser supports the product lifecycle from development and sampling through production, order execution, quality control and delivery. This role works closely with vendors, factories, logistics partners and internal teams to ensure products meet cost, quality and timeline expectations.

Job Purpose

The Associate Merchandiser supports the product lifecycle from development and sampling through production, order execution, quality control and delivery. This role works closely with vendors, factories, logistics partners and internal teams to ensure products meet cost, quality and timeline expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Track product development, samples, testing, approvals and key seasonal milestones.
• Maintain accurate product documentation, quote sheets, SKU worksheets and status reports.
• Review and manage purchase orders, including quantities, costs, lead times, ship windows and vendor information.
• Monitor production status and identify risks related to materials, capacity, quality or delivery.
• Coordinate with vendors and logistics teams on shipment readiness, bookings, documentation and delivery timelines.
• Support the resolution of order, transportation, ASN, invoice and receiving issues.
• Follow up on quality inspections, testing results, defects and corrective action plans.
• Monitor vendor performance related to on-time delivery, order accuracy, quality and responsiveness.
• Provide clear updates to Merchandising, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Quality and Brand teams.
• Analyze order and vendor data to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
• Visit vendors and factories when required to review samples, production, quality and outstanding issues

Job Holder's Competencies & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, International Business, Engineering, Business Administration, Merchandising or a related field.
• At least one year of experience in sourcing, merchandising, supply chain, logistics, order management or vendor management. Experience in furniture, upholstery or consumer products is preferred.
• Strong follow-up, organization, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with teams across different time zones.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Professional English proficiency.
• Ability to travel to vendor and factory locations when required.
• Effectively manage and communicate with stakeholders from different time zones and provide timely response.
• Able to deliver results by influencing internal and external partners.