Senior Merchandising Manager
Polo Ralph Lauren Sourcing Pte Ltd
Singapore
Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation engages in the design, marketing, and distribution of lifestyle products primarily in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Japan. The company offers apparel products, including a collection of men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing; accessories, including footwear, eyewear, jewelry, and leather goods, such as handbags and luggage; home. Polo Ralph Lauren Sourcing is a Buying House for USA Polo Ralph Lauren Products for Sweater, Knits and Woven. Directly responsible for sourcing, evaluating and working closely with 7 key suppliers for production, fabrics and accessories throughout Asia. As such, my strengths in negotiating with suppliers on competitive pricing and follow up on deliveries were advantages. Liaised extensively with designers and supervised suppliers to determine the most appropriate construction method, sizing and finishing for the styles, resulting in the final approval of prototypes. Reduce the time requirement for the full Production function from sample development by 30% within a fast paced, rapidly changing environments.Manage order tracking and travel frequently to overseas to maintain and ensure a close working relationship with all the buyers and suppliers.