Germany Sourcing & Merchandising Manager

JD.COM; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

JD.COM is seeking a Sourcing & Merchandising Manager for their Cross-Border Business Department in Rotterdam, Netherlands. This role involves direct sourcing and merchandising focused on the German market, establishing relationships with local suppliers and ensuring product quality and compliance. Candidates must be fluent in English and proficient in German, with knowledge of German industrial standards preferred. Experience in merchandising and purchasing in Germany will be prioritized.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and proficient in German, able to negotiate and sign contracts independently.
• Familiar with German industrial standards and product certifications (CE, TÜV).
• Experience in local German merchandising and purchasing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deeply cultivate the German consumer market and analyze trends.
• Develop local German brand headquarters and supplier relationships.
• Select best-selling products and manage their implementation.
• Establish a system for German suppliers and optimize cooperation models.
• Coordinate with JD International's Chinese team for insights.

Skills

Fluent in English

Proficient in German

Familiar with German industrial standards

Rigorous sense of compliance

Job description

JD.COM is seeking a Sourcing & Merchandising Manager for their Cross-Border Business Department in Rotterdam, Netherlands. This role involves direct sourcing and merchandising focused on the German market, establishing relationships with local suppliers and ensuring product quality and compliance. Candidates must be fluent in English and proficient in German, with knowledge of German industrial standards preferred. Experience in merchandising and purchasing in Germany will be prioritized.