Merchandiser - Development - MAS Intimates Rathmalana

MAS Intimates, the largest division of MAS Holdings, provides design and manufacturing solutions for leading global lingerie brands. With design hubs in Hong Kong, London, and Sri Lanka, and manufacturing facilities across Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, India, Indonesia,and Kenya, it offers a diverse product portfolio, including bras, briefs, shapewear, performance wear, sleepwear, and wearable tech. Intimates’ customers include Victoria’s Secret, Gap, and Calvin Klein. The division's innovation teams collaborate with universities and experts to deliver consumer-driven, technology-led solutions. 

Empower transformation by becoming a driving force of change at MAS. We are on the lookout for a dedicated individual to be diligent and accurately follow through on all related activities from the receipt of design concept to style development and bulk tech pack handover whilst building relationships and credibility with all relevant parties in order to ensure a smooth flow of operations and support the account in achieving set objectives

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with the team to meet customer expectations by supporting product development, ensuring smooth commercialization, and managing all key activities within set timelines.
• Oversee the customer development calendar to meet internal and external deadlines while driving new development projects for business growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure smooth communication and coordination.
• Manage costing, cost re-engineering, Bill of Materials (BOM), Product Life-cycle Management (PLM), and Salesforce updates accurately and on time, aligning with business objectives.
• Ensure the timely procurement of raw materials in the correct quantity, color, and specifications as per the BOM to support production plans.
• Strengthen the connection between development and bulk production by conducting risk mitigation activities and ensuring product feasibility for a seamless transition to manufacturing. 

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduates in Marketing, Business Management or any other qualification (CIM/ CIMA) in a relevant field / Professional - Fully Qualified.
• 1 - 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Thorough knowledge in PLM and SAP systems.
• Ability to work with multiple parties at any given time (MISA/Technical, Textile, sourcing, Bulk and Design)
• Good communication skills / Excel & Darwin/
• Excellent customer relationship management skills.