Merchandiser – Development

(Based at Silueta, Biyagama)

Silueta (Pvt) Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of MAS Holdings, specialises in no-sew bonding technology and advanced thermal moulding capabilities. With operations in Sri Lanka and additional facilities in India and Indonesia, Silueta supports a diversified workforce and continues to expand its global footprint to meet evolving market needs. Silueta provides seamless, high-performance designs for categories such as intimate wear and sportswear, offering premium apparel solutions crafted for both comfort and performance.

Embark on a journey of change with MAS, by joining the Silueta team as a Merchandiser - Development. We are on the lookout for a dedicated individual to effectively handle a portfolio of customers from the receipt of inquiries/orders to the transfer of orders to manufacturing units in order to meet business objectives such as customer contentment and retention, through high levels of service.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate sample development, approval, and dispatch with timely communication and issue resolution.

• Negotiate pricing and cost with customers to align with business goals.
• Source raw materials and negotiate terms to meet quality, price, and delivery expectations.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely sample production.
• Liaise with manufacturing to support procurement of bulk materials.
• Create and track time and action calendars to monitor production progress and resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate records of timelines, Minimum Order Quantity ( MOQs), pricing, costing, and Bill of Material (BOMs).
• Ensure compliance and quality standards are communicated and approved by the factory.
• Conduct market research and provide insights to management
• Take on additional duties as required by management.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Degree in Marketing and CIM/CIMA

• Minimum 1 year of work experience in front-end merchandising with exposure / experience in development and order processing cycles

• A relevant professional qualification is preferred

• ‘C’ grade for Sales & Distribution SAP module
• ‘R’ grade for report Generation in the SAP system