As an Assistant Category Manager, my primary role involves researching market trends and products to enhance business growth and profitability. Conduct regular benchmarking to aid in devising pricing and promotional strategies. Establish collaborations with brand principals, manufacturers, and agents for business partnerships and procurement. Monitor inventory levels and sales performance, contributing to effective replenishment planning.

As a sourcing manager, my responsibilities include selecting the appropriate suppliers and managing the product ordering, development, and delivery process. This requires formulating and executing a comprehensive merchandise plan that is aligned with the company's overarching goals. I am accountable for managing various contracts and budgets for each project to ensure the efficient use of resources. Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers is crucial for securing… Show more As a sourcing manager, my responsibilities include selecting the appropriate suppliers and managing the product ordering, development, and delivery process. This requires formulating and executing a comprehensive merchandise plan that is aligned with the company's overarching goals. I am accountable for managing various contracts and budgets for each project to ensure the efficient use of resources. Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers is crucial for securing favorable terms and costs, as well as prioritizing production and delivery. By utilizing sales forecasts, I plan production ahead for optimal inventory management and regularly conduct research to identify product attributes and trends to support product growth. Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams is key to ensuring that products are developed, manufactured, and delivered in a timely and efficient manner. One of my proudest accomplishments is successfully developing a line of outdoor televisions from the ground up, becoming the second best-seller by 2022, right behind Samsung. Show less

As a senior merchandiser, I collaborate with the Purchasing Director to obtain products that fulfill the exact needs of our customers. This involves identifying appropriate suppliers, haggling over prices, and forming contracts for the procurement of goods. I am also tasked with answering customer inquiries, addressing customer complaints, and always guaranteeing customer satisfaction. To ensure that the products meet both the technical and cosmetic standards set by the customer, I work… Show more As a senior merchandiser, I collaborate with the Purchasing Director to obtain products that fulfill the exact needs of our customers. This involves identifying appropriate suppliers, haggling over prices, and forming contracts for the procurement of goods. I am also tasked with answering customer inquiries, addressing customer complaints, and always guaranteeing customer satisfaction. To ensure that the products meet both the technical and cosmetic standards set by the customer, I work with suppliers and assess the factory to pass any necessary audits. Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers is critical in securing a steady flow of high-quality products. Furthermore, I vigilantly monitor expenses and seek ways to cut costs while still preserving quality and customer satisfaction. Lastly, I ensure that all operations, documentation, and products comply with both customer policies and industry regulations. Show less