Established in 1978 in the North of France, KIABI revolutionised off-the-peg fashion with the introduction of low-cost fashion for the whole family, a concept which had never been seen before. With a network of over 505 shops across the world, KIABI boasts a turnover of 2 billion euros (2019) and 2.4% growth. As a symbol of simplicity, universality and joie de vivre, KIABI proposes ranges that are created in France by an in-house team of 56 fashion designers. KIABI is France’s leading prêt-à-porter retailer with over 10,000 employees of 60 different nationalities. Kiabi is aware of the environmental footprint of its activity and is reaffirming its Social and Environmental Responsibility via the KIABI HUMAN programme, by developing ranges of ecologically designed products and a transparent supply chain, and training its staff and stakeholders in the human and environmental impact of its business. The company encourages the personal development of employees in their place of work and the promotion of ethical local initiatives.

Here at Kiabi, we reap the benefits of having a culture of happiness amongst our employees!

We are a Great Place to Work comprising people who are talented, individual, passionate about fashion and bursting with energy, to make every day fun!  If your dream company involves hands-on management, committed teams and an enterprising culture built upon audacity and trust; if your dream job means you are free to express your own ideas, use your initiative and meet challenges... come and join us!

ITFAS TURKEY TEKSTİL TİCARET A.Ş. ;  local trading office of Kiabi has been awarded the "Great Place To Work" and "Caring Company Logo". We are looking for high caliber candidates to support our dynamic and fast-growing operations in Turkey.

KEY FUNCTION

The Merchandising Managers are the leaders and key contacts for the local/regional execution of the procurement strategy. They meet the requirements of Collection needs locally by allocating products to vendors and negotiating prices, lead time and quality in accordance with technical service/quality department.

In the Merchandising Manager position, we recognize the seniority and expertise as subject matter experts.

In the collaborative organization, they are co-leaders of the self-organized cell. Are responsible to reach and exceed the cell objectives defined by the leadership team by developing efficiency and competitiveness of the cell. They coordinate with other team members to deliver the best product with the best quality at the best price. As team players, they share best practices within and across cells and business partners.

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES

• Decide supplier allocation locally based on procurement strategy
• Develop and populate fair business behavior keeping in mind social compliance and environmental as a priority
• Manage the product development before Order Confirmation with vendors to meet collection requirements
• Filter with Kiabi eyes, propose one sample to GPM
• Negotiate final prices based on targets received from GPM
• Monitor capacity booking with vendors
• Lead buying trips execution with Collection (trip organization, showrooms preparations, price negotiation during trip, vendor selection)
• Negotiate claims with vendors
• Set and meet target for supplier performance
• Actively visit suppliers on a regular basis to keep abreast of their competences and activities
• Provide Local/regional sourcing and market intelligence (look for and propose innovative products, fabrics, facilities, etc.)
• Identify and source new supplier, visit the new supplier’s facilities
• Follow up with suppliers to update/sign MSA
• Distribute and implement the new norms and procedures to vendors and ensure the training
• Provide guidance, advice, and support to their less experienced peers to help them develop and be more efficient.
• Be responsible for defining, getting the validation and respecting the travel expenses budget.
• Contribute and be actor in company projects to develop efficiency and support changes of the organization
• Including but not limited to the previous responsibilities, the company can also require the Merchandising Manager to carry out other duties (tasks, projects, temporary missions, etc.) that may be assigned by the Leadership on specific matters.

EXPERIENCE, TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE

• Relevant experience to the position (reference +10 years)
• Relevant technical knowledge for the position.
• Fluent in English and local language, oral and written.                                                                 

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

• Higher Diploma in Textile / University graduate

RELEVANT COMPETENCES

• Developing Others
• Fostering Teamwork
• Results Orientation
• Building Collaborative Relationships
• Customer Orientation
• Cross-cultural competence
• Initiative and Proactivity
• Demonstrating ethics and Integrity
• Influencing and Negotiating
• Decisiveness and Problem Solving
• Planning and Organizing

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Lead-time
• FOB / Landed price
• Quality
• Customer satisfaction (NPS)
• On time delivery
• Supplier compliance

KIABI is an inclusive company and is committed to considering all applications on an equal basis.  

At Kiabi, we support each and every one of our employees so that they can enjoy a rich, human experience based on sharing. With us, geographical mobility is a plus, and your talent will be recognized and developed to make your job a real springboard for the future.

To find out more about KIABI, please visit our careers site here.