Assistant Manager, Vendor/Order Management

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together.

Team leadership and development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a small team in India and Bangladesh
• Set clear goals, provide regular feedback, and conduct evaluations that recognize achievements and identify areas for improvement.
• Effectively manage team resources, including workload distribution and assignments, to optimize efficiency and ensure that all team members are adequately supported
• Support team members in their career aspirations and skill development.

Order Management

• Lead and supervise a team to utilize internal systems (SAP/PLM/IBT) to process and modify Purchase Orders efficiently and ensure the accuracy of PO/SO/Material costing.
• Ensure timely transmission of Purchase Orders to the Infor Nexus system.
• Monitor the status of invoicing and documentation submissions.
• Resolve discrepancies in the POs among various platforms.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal Logistics operations/Production/Sales/Finance teams to resolve cargo handover issue, shipment issue, payment issue, when needed.

Vendor Management

• Troubleshoot and monitor any issues regarding Infor Nexus system for vendors and factories
• Establish and maintain Vendor and Factory profiles across various platforms (Infor Nexus, SAP, OSCA).
• Coordinate on-boarding training for New Vendor and Factory and maintain records.

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Provide regular Reports to Team Head about the team productivity
• Assist in collecting data from Business Units to prepare regular Management Reports
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the Vendor Score Card to ensure it meets the corporate strategies and the latest business environment

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• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in vendor management, order processing, or supply chain operations.
• Proven experience in a supervisory is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel for data analysis (e.g., macros, Power BI, VBA).
• Experience or expertise in SAP is essential.
• Demonstrated leadership skills to inspire, motivate, and develop a high-performing team
• Proven track record of driving team results and achieving goals
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently and meet deadlines while maintaining attention to details.\
• Adaptable and flexible attitude, allowing for problem-solving from different angles.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Good verbal and written English communications skills.
• Willingness to travel to different office locations within the region as required.

Competency Requirements ((if applicable))
Leadership Commitments:

• Inspire Others
• Grow Talent
• Advance DE&I
• Spark Ownership

Behavioral Competencies:

• Be transparent
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Conflict Management and Problem Solving
• Self-motivated
• Think positive

Language Proficiency:
Good English communication skills, both written and oral

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