Retail Buyer

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💎 Seniority level: Middle, 3+ years

📍 Location: China, China Standard Time

💸 Salary: 1000.0 - 1400.0 USD per month

🔍 Industry: Apparel

🗣️ Languages: English, Chinese

⏳ Experience: 3+ years

🪄 Skills: Negotiation skillsCross-functional collaborationMarket ResearchQuality AssuranceEnglish communication

3+ years working knowledge of the apparel industry, covering management, merchandising, and manufacturing.
Experience in strategic vendor management, especially with Asian vendors, and managing global suppliers
Fluent in conversation, written and comprehension of English and Chinese language
Understanding of buying office, manufacturing principles, materials, production process, U.S. customs and International logistics and trade with hands-on approach
Excellent negotiation and organizational abilities
Ability to balance sourcing requirements with technical and commercial business needs
Excellent written and verbal English communication
Self-directed with strong business acumen, capable of driving solutions

Identify, evaluate, and onboard garment manufacturers and suppliers for apparel and promotional goods within budget and target price, ensuring a diverse and reliable supply chain.
Strategically negotiate pricing, lead times, and cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and delivery standards.
Oversee product development, sampling, and costing operations, collaborating with internal teams and suppliers to ensure product quality and feasibility.
Supervise production processes, monitor supplier performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure seamless order execution from placement to delivery.
Manage shipment pickup, consolidation, tracking, and communication, ensuring smooth logistics from China to the U.S.
Coordinate product inspections with third-party agencies, conduct spot checks at vendor warehouses, and address production concerns proactively.
Continuously assess vendor capabilities, manage capacity, and optimize supplier allocation to align with business needs.
Analyze local and international markets to identify sourcing opportunities, evaluate alternative supplier bases, and support global sourcing strategies.
Conduct physical factory visits, audits, and vendor assessments to ensure compliance with quality, social, and ethical standards.
Establish strong communication channels with internal teams, designers, and suppliers to ensure alignment on production, timelines, and business goals.