Jobs Kenya

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  • Merchandiser, Greater Africa

    Merchandiser, Greater Africa

    Key Accountabilities:

    Serve as a key liaison for day to day global sourcing operations and work effectively with cross-functional partners across the globe
    Manage WIP reports and closely monitoring bulk production to ensure orders are shipped on time.
    Understanding of all TCP processes, systems and expectations
    Adopt a robust process to understand the root cause of issues and work on a corrective action plan with the factories
    Maintain seasonal production calendar to ensure deadlines are met
    Follow up and advise the factory to plan things realistically so that they can work on achieving the set goals and deliveries.
    Maintain product cost updates and communicate with overseas offices regarding requested costing options
    Align tasks to achieve on-time delivery and quality product for the product approval process
    Resolve quality and Purchase order fulfilment issues, working with Quality Assurance, Merchandising, Planning and Retail / Wholesale departments
    Understand thoroughly importing regulations for all regions, including classification
    Manage supplier terms and conditions, including payment and shortage / overage
    Assist the Senior Merchandiser and Merchandising Manager on any necessary tasks required
    Implementing proper and efficient tracking mechanisms with which to effectively manage and monitor the business
    Increase duty free penetration and by ensuring that the proper costings structures and mechanisms are in place in order to deliver the best prices to the business

    Skills and Behaviors:

    Must be detail oriented
    Ability to work on tasks and job functions independently
    Ability to build cross-functional relationships and interact with all levels within the organization
    Ability to work in a fast paced environment with a strong sense of urgency
    Must be able to work towards multiple deadlines with shifting priorities
    Problem solving, organizational and leadership skills

    Education and Experience:

    Degree or above credential in Fashion Design, Clothing/Textiles, or related discipline
    4 years of experience in related role
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel PowerPoint, and Outlook)
    Good command of both verbal and written English skills and local language
    Previous experience in merchandising or retail preferred.

    Behavioral Competencies:

    Drives Business Results through Communication and Collaboration
    Plans sand Organizes
    Exhibits and Drives Accountability
    Is an Effective Team member

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  • QA Auditor, Kenya

    QA Auditor, Kenya

    Job Summary:
    To drive the successful transformation of the business in becoming a world-class sourcing organization by providing technical garment/apparel expertise and recommendations to vendors/factories and internal sourcing teams. To develop and drive the implementation of new apparel technical programs across the region. To effectively lead a team of remote Quality Assurance Auditors in conducting inspections and training with vendors/factories
    Key Accountabilities:

    Networks with vendors/factories and the Sourcing/Merchandising teams to conduct a preliminary inspection on the products at the pre-production stage
    Participates in Pre-Production Meetings to review Tech. Packs and Ticketing Reports
    Good prevention, problem solving skill; a solution provider
    Skills in risk assessment, factory evaluation and effective CAP follow-up to help factory improve their system
    Provide answers to queries from colleagues and vendors in professional manner, and conducts follow-up work promptly
    Addresses any issues promptly pertaining to product safety, engineering or technology and prevents confirmation of bulk production
    Supports the department’s change of focus from Quality Control to Quality Engineering and Product Technology
    Conducts factory visits to provide guidance and counseling as required
    Diligently conducts follow-ups with factory production supervisors to check on the status of corrective action
    Promptly advises necessary Product Technology & Quality Assurance colleagues of any suspected non-compliances with vendors/factories
    Conducts factory inspection visits to review the standards of the operation, and take necessary action to ensure product safety, quality and compliance of our products at the production factory
    Identifies training opportunities for vendors, factories and colleagues
    Conducts relevant workshops and seminars on product inspection
    Participates in relevant industry training in Product Technology, Safety  Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Compliance

    Education and Experience:

    At least 5 years working experience in Apparel Industry: Manufacturing, Product Technology, Quality Assurance, Product Inspection, Factory Audit, or similar field
    With 2 years of related education or training experience
    Comprehensive background in factory or apparel inspection
    Comprehensive knowledge of Product Technology and Safety Standards for children’s apparel
    Ability to quickly identify production, product technology, or product safety problem areas and quickly recommend solutions
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
    Good command of both verbal and written English and local language
    Possess a strong attention to detail and time management

    Behavioral Competencies:

    Plans and Organizes
    Demonstrates Business Acumen
    Resourcefulness
    Possesses Grit
    Collaborates To Drive Business Results
    Communicates Effectively
    Exhibits and Drives Accountability