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.
Overall Responsibilities
-People management and Team leadership
*Lead, mentor, and develop the whole VM/OM team across Asia.
*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 adequate support for all team members.
*Support team members in their career aspirations and skillset development.
*Make a concerted effort to rebuild trust among team members as needed.
*Facilitate opportunities for team members to test new ideas efficiently through rapid prototyping, viewing innovation as a journey that may involve many turns.
*Create opportunities for team members to strengthen their networks, value diverse opinions, and seek out a variety of perspectives.
-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.
*Ensure proper and efficient tracking of the whole process of material sourcing and development, primarily focusing on cotton traceability
*Coordinate with vendors and internal logistics operations, production, sales, and finance teams to resolve cargo handover, shipment, and payment issues as needed.
-Vendor Management
*Troubleshoot and monitor any issues related to the Infor Nexus system for vendors and factories.
*Establish and maintain vendor and factory profiles across various platforms (Infor Nexus, SAP, OSCA , etc.).
*Coordinate on-boarding training for new vendor and factory and maintain records.
*Monitor end-to-end supply chain performance and collaborate with external/internal parties to ensure on-time delivery.
-Data Analysis and Reporting
*Design regular reports to monitor team productivity.
*Assist in collecting data from business units to prepare management reports.
*Identify any opportunities for leveraging vendors and factories across Business Units
*Evaluate the effectiveness of the Vendor Scorecard to ensure alignment with corporate strategies and the latest business environment.
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Additional Requirements
*Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
*Minimum of 10 years of experience in vendor management, order processing, or supply chain operations.
*Proven experience in a supervisory is preferred.
*Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, with a strong emphasis on PowerPoint and Excel for data analysis is required. Knowledge of macros, Power BI, and VBA is considered an asset.
*Experience or expertise in SAP/PLM 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.
*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 verbal and written communication skills in English.
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