This is to pipeline candidates for our future talent needs.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Senior Merchandiser, Product Development will be responsible for developing the samples for the assigned product / style while working closely with the Merchandising teams of the Vendors. As part of product development team s/he will also be providing support in identifying opportunities of cost saving, onboarding new vendors and executing the innovation agenda for the department in the assigned product. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Downloads tech pack and BOM
• Works with vendors for development sampling and initial costs
• Manages counter costing; Handling samples; Tracking lab dips
• Following up with vendor on system-updates
• Manages wear-test samples and tailoring samples
• Ensures Systems are updated with costs and details
• Coordinates MST legacy ID communications for purchase order
• Partners with brand Design, R&D and key suppliers to develop innovative and quality product
• Partners with Mill management, QA and technical teams to resolve fabric or quality issues
• Resolves issues within a timely manner while working to continuously improve and create internal and external processes and procedures
  

WHO YOU ARE: 

• Merchandise Sourcing Knowledge – Experience in sample development and with offshore production exposure; in large-sized buying office or trading company
• Planning & Influencing – proven experience in plan, prioritize and influence at all levels
• Drive Results – ability to analyze situations and proactively suggest solutions to meet deliverables
• Learning Agility & Experimentation – demonstrates eagerness to learn and explore new ways of approaching goals
• Effective Communicator & Team Player - proven capability to communicate effectively, verbal and written 

Interested in this role or joining our Gap Inc. Global International Sourcing Team? Feel free to visit https://corporate.gapinc.com/en-hk/careers/gap-inc-careers to learn more about us! 

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