Merchandise Sourcing Specialist

About us: Stanley - Built for Life® since 1913. 

Stanley 1913 has fueled the human experience since the iconic Stanley vacuum bottle revolutionized the way people enjoyed food and beverage. Today, our colorful and thoughtfully designed products including the popular QuencherTM series go beyond function, elevating everyday moments with style and empowering active lifestyles. We’re a community of creators, builders and inventors who believe in creating sustainable products for a better life and world that minimize our impact on the planet. Learn more at www.stanley1913.com. 

Position Overview: 

Merchandise Sourcing Specialist (MSS) is responsible for the daily communication and operation between Stanley and related factory vendors. As the window of communication between Stanley and the related factory, on one hand, MSS need to accurately and effectively follow up orders, samples, invoices and other related work. On the other hand, MSS need to assist MSL to elevate factory performance, timely solve the problems of the factory production, and help factory reach Stanley requirements for production.

Key Responsibilities 

• Production management
• Execute Stanley factory strategy & supplier sourcing strategy for new category & new material on sourcing business practice.
• Execute sourcing tactics of varying complexity in accordance with established category strategies reflecting the optimum cost, quality, delivery.
• Initiate and execute the supplier capability matrix and category business allocation plan with approval from MSM & MSL.
• Follow the orders within production lead time, manage orders creation in EBS, accurately and timely release the production information to vendor factory. Follow up the implementation of orders, ensure on time order delivery in accordance with Stanley quality standards.
• Vendor factory invoice check, sample list track, item setup management.
• Assist MSL to follow up the progress of project, and related work. Timely update the system data, report to MSL.
• Assist MSL to manage factory performance KPI and follow up CAP in daily execution.
• Know well about the vendor production condition, raise solution promptly to emergency events, report unsolved issue to MSL, effective communication with the factory.
• Preparation of weekly report and monthly report.
• File management (paper file and e – copy).
• Cost management
• Create and maintain category cost structure model.
• Look for additional cost reduction opportunity and work with factory and internal team to setup/implement cost saving plan.
• Update correct price into system accurately and timely.
• Assist MSL to analysis and manage factory cost.
• Assist MSL to handle customer claim.
• Work close with Finance team to arrange factory payment timely
• Process improvement
• Implement the existing Stanley processes with factory and creatively adjust process with factory to improve working efficiency.
• Assist MSL to upgrade daily operation process to improve working efficiency.
• Participate companywide Continue Improve program to support process adjustment.

Skills and Experience: 

• Ability to work accurately with close attention to detail.
• Strong analytical ability with active listening skills.
• Ability to take initiative and prioritize tasks; good time-management, organizational, problem-prevention and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills ; able to speak Chinese Reflect a professional image in writing, face to face or by telephone for information exchanges.
• Solid computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint. The knowledge of EBS is plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Willingness to adapt to changing business needs and deadlines.
• Ability to study and apply new information.
• Willing work under pressure and able to travel on request.

Education and Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics or Foreign Trade, or equivalent related experience.
• Above Five (5) years of relevant experience.

Stanley is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Stanley is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please reach out to recruiting@stanley1913.com. 

Stanley is a total rewards company, which includes rewards beyond base salary. At Stanley North America, full-time employees are eligible for an annual bonus, based on company and individual results. In addition, we offer a variety of employee benefits, personalized time off, 14-Paid holidays, dental, vision, 401(k), and much more.

About our parent company: Morgan Street Holdings   

Stanley 1913 is part of Morgan Street Holdings (formerly HAVI), a privately owned enterprise with a diverse portfolio of operating companies. These include HAVI Supply Chain, tms, Stanley 1913, and Continental, which provide best-in-class sourcing and supply chain capabilities, brand-defining marketing and promotion services, innovative consumer products, and dining and refreshment food solutions. Morgan Street Holdings employs over 10,000 people and serves 300+ customers across the globe. 

Morgan Street Holdings supports Stanley 1913 with competitive pay and benefits, along with exposure to diverse industries and professional networking and development opportunities.