A Garment Buying Office jobs

Our client is seeking an experienced Merchandising Manager to join. As the central procurement arm for own retail brand, you will manage the full merchandising cycle from product development through to bulk shipment. You will work closely with internal design, planning, and quality teams, acting as the critical bridge between our headquarters and manufacturing partners in Asia.

A core component of this role is factory sourcing across Asia — proactively identifying, evaluating, and onboarding new manufacturing partners to support the brand's evolving product needs, diversify supply base, and secure competitive advantage.

Key Responsibilities

1. End-to-End Order Management & Brand Representation

• Manage the full merchandising process from development to shipment for assigned apparel categories within our brand's portfolio.
• Collaborate closely with internal design and product development teams to interpret design intent, pricing parameters, and seasonal requirements.
• Translate internal briefs and tech packs into clear, actionable specifications for factory execution.
• Own the critical path — monitor all milestones from proto sampling to TOP (Top of Production) to bulk delivery, ensuring on-time execution.
• Proactively identify production risks and implement solutions to prevent delays.

2. Factory Sourcing & Vendor Base Development

• Continuously research, identify, and qualify new apparel manufacturers across Asia key production hubs to support brand's growth and product diversification.
• Lead comprehensive factory evaluations covering production capacity, technical equipment, workforce capability, social compliance (CSR audits), and financial stability.
• Drive strategic vendor negotiations on pricing, capacity, and lead times to secure the best possible terms for our brand.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term supplier partnerships aligned with our brand's quality and ethical standards.

3. Costing, Negotiation & Commercial Execution

• Handle full costing and quote management — ensuring all products meet our brand's target margins.
• Lead price negotiations with vendors, articulating sample specifications and quality requirements clearly to achieve optimal pricing.
• Provide detailed cost breakdowns and market intelligence to internal stakeholders to support informed decision-making.

4. Product Development & Quality Assurance

• Oversee the sample development cycle ,ensuring samples match technical specifications accurately.
• Collaborate with internal Technical and QA teams to resolve fit, construction, and quality issues quickly and effectively.
• Ensure all products meet our brand's compliance, safety, and quality standards.

5. Cross-Functional Interface & Travel

• Undertake frequent travel for factory visits, supplier audits, critical milestone check-ins, and on-site issue resolution.
• Function as the bilingual communication bridge between internal headquarters teams and factory teams.
• Deliver clear, concise weekly WIP (Work in Progress) reports, cost analyses, and risk dashboards to internal leadership.

Candidate Profile

• 8+ years in apparel merchandising, with at least 3-5 years in a Buying Office (captive or independent) or Sourcing office serving international brands/retailers. Deep expertise in woven and/or knitwear categories is essential.
• Proven ability to manage end-to-end order execution, interpret internal design requirements, and deliver products that meet commercial and quality expectations.
• Demonstrated track record of identifying, evaluating, and onboarding new factory partners .
• Must thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Ability to pivot instantly, re-prioritize workflows, and travel on short notice.
• Fluent in both Chinese & English

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