APAC Vendor Strategy Lead – Korea & Japan

iHerb

Guam

Hybride

USD 120 000 - 180 000

Plein temps

14 jours+

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Résumé du poste

iHerb is seeking a Senior Vendor Manager for APAC based in Korea (Seoul) with a hybrid work mode. You will lead vendor evaluation and expansion, secure favorable terms, and drive category growth across Korea and Japan.

Strong negotiation, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration are essential. Ideal candidates will have 10+ years in buying or merchandising, deep Korean market knowledge, and fluency in Korean and English.

Qualifications

Strong negotiation skills with ability to secure favorable terms.
Advanced analytical, data-interpretation, and decision-making abilities.
Deep understanding of retail pricing structures, margins, and drivers.
Extensive knowledge of Korean consumer goods and vendor landscape; knowledge of Japan is a plus.
Fluency in Korean and English (Japanese a plus).
Excellent written and verbal communication, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
Attention to detail; strong organizational and project management capabilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong cross-functional collaboration with Merchandising, Planning, Compliance, Regulatory, and Marketing.

Responsabilités

Lead evaluation, curation, and expansion of APAC product assortment.
Negotiate competitive commercial terms, pricing, rebates, and terms with vendors.
Onboard new brands and manage vendor relationships and contracts across Korea and Japan.
Collaborate with Inventory, Marketing, Compliance, and Regulatory teams to ensure compliant, timely product launches and promotions.