Job Description

Assistant Merchandiser - Development

(Based at Bodywear – Ratmalana)

The Bodywear Value Stream of MAS Holdings delivers end-to-end design, innovation and manufacturing solutions across lingerie, swimwear and next-to-skin categories. It brings together broad expertise in fit, comfort, performance and aesthetics to serve leading global brands at scale.

With design and innovation hubs in Sri Lanka, the USA, Canada and Hong Kong and manufacturing operations across Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, India, Vietnam, Indonesia and Kenya, Bodywear offers a diverse portfolio spanning bras, briefs, shapewear, sleepwear, performance bodywear and Olympic grade swimwear. The value stream portfolio includes Victoria’s Secret, Calvin Klein, Marks & Spencer, Triumph, Speedo and Aerie. Positioned as a global centre of excellence, the Bodywear Value Stream combines advanced product innovation, technology-led solutions and operational scale to meet evolving consumer expectations across intimate and swim categories.

Embark on a journey of change with MAS, by joining the Bodywear team as an Assistant Merchandiser - Development. We are on the lookout for a dedicated individual to support with related development activities, from the receipt of the style to the development of the fit samples while coordinating with relevant parties to meet customer requirements and achieve business objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support with catering to customer expectations by following up on their specific development requirements, thereby ensuring customer retention and growth.

• Detailed and timely follow-up of samples from ordering up until delivery to ensure internal/external stakeholders timelines are met.

• Effectively follow up on the customer development calendar to meet internal / external deadlines and support with new development projects for business growth.

• Ensure accurate data entry for costing /product, share information with all relevant internal stakeholders and facilitate decision making with regular reporting to sustain the business

• Continuously follow up and ensure sample room plan is adhered according to the given timelines.

• Support the Salesman Sample process by updating relevant information into the system in a timely and accurate manner to facilitate the effective completion of samples

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Completed diploma or in second year/ third year of degree in Business Management / Marketing

• Good communication skills in English

• Basic Maths knowledge

• Good computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, etc) Great team player, adaptable and flexible