Beauty Category Buyer/Merchandiser

KKV Supply Chain Corporation; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

KKV Supply Chain Corporation is seeking a Category Buyer/Merchandiser specialized in beauty & personal care to support local market development, supplier onboarding, and cross‑functional collaboration with HQ.

You will identify high-potential cosmetics products, build supplier networks, coordinate orders, and gather insights to drive product development in the local market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, Marketing, or related fields.
• 2+ years of experience in sourcing, merchandising, procurement, or product development in retail, FMCG, consumer goods, trading, or similar industries.
• 2+ years of experience in cosmetics category, with deep knowledge of Philippines local supply chain.
• Strong understanding of the local supplier landscape and market trends.
• Ability to work independently, solve problems proactively, and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Good command of local language and English (both written and verbal); Chinese is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify, approach, and onboard local suppliers across relevant product categories.
• Maintain long-term supplier relationships and evaluate supplier performance.
• Conduct basic commercial negotiations (pricing, terms, lead time, payment terms, etc.).
• Coordinate purchase orders between local suppliers and headquarters.
• Track order status and ensure timely delivery with expected quality.
• Follow up on samples, quotations, and documentation required by HQ.
• Collect and analyze local market trends, consumer preferences, and competitor activities.
• Provide regular feedback and proposals for new products or categories based on local insights.
• Attend trade fairs, exhibitions, or supplier events to explore new opportunities.
• Gather and organize compliance documents required for import/export procedures.
• Ensure products meet local regulatory requirements.
• Assist HQ in assessing risks related to compliance, certification, and product testing.
• Work closely with HQ merchandising, quality, logistics, and finance teams.
• Provide timely communication and updates to HQ to ensure smooth coordination.
• Support alignment on sourcing strategies and product development plans.

Skills

Sourcing

Merchandising

Procurement

Product development

Market insights

Cosmetics

English proficiency

Independent work

Problem solving

Cosmetics knowledge (2+ yrs)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, Marketing, or related fields

Job description

We are looking for a Category buyer/Merchandiser focusing on beauty & personal care products to support our product development and sourcing activities in the local market. This role plays a key part in identifying high-potential products, building supplier networks, coordinating orders, collecting market insights, and ensuring smooth collaboration between local suppliers and our headquarters.

Notes: The candidates must have experience in handling beauty&personal care product, such as cosmetic, skincare, personal care, etc..

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, approach, and onboard local suppliers across relevant product categories.
• Maintain long-term supplier relationships and evaluate supplier performance.
• Conduct basic commercial negotiations (pricing, terms, lead time, payment terms, etc.).

2. Product Sourcing & Order Coordination

• Responsible for coordinating purchase orders between local suppliers and headquarters.
• Track order status and ensure timely delivery with expected quality.
• Follow up on samples, quotations, and documentation required by HQ.

3. Market & Industry Research

• Collect and analyze local market trends, consumer preferences, and competitor activities.
• Provide regular feedback and proposals for new products or categories based on local insights.
• Attend trade fairs, exhibitions, or supplier events to explore new opportunities.

4. Compliance & Documentation

• Gather and organize compliance documents required for import/export procedures.
• Ensure products meet local regulatory requirements.
• Assist HQ in assessing risks related to compliance, certification, and product testing.
• Work closely with HQ merchandising, quality, logistics, and finance teams.
• Provide timely communication and updates to HQ to ensure smooth coordination.
• Support alignment on sourcing strategies and product development plans.

Job Requirements

• 1. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, Marketing, or related fields.
• 2. Experience in sourcing, merchandising, procurement, or product development in retail, FMCG, consumer goods, trading, or similar industries.
• 3. 2+ year's experience in cosmetic category, with deep knowledge of Philippines local supply chain.
• 4. Strong understanding of the local supplier landscape and market trends
• 5. Ability to work independently, solve problems proactively, and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• 6. Good command of local language and English (both written and verbal), Chinese is a plus.
• 7. Experience in exhibitions, trade fairs, or supplier scouting is an advantage.