Senior Merchandiser

Carrefour, a leading global retailer, is seeking a dynamic Senior Merchandiser to strengthen our Global Sourcing operations in the Textile sector. In this role, you will lead end-to-end merchandising activities including product development, supplier management, and order execution while ensuring alignment with Carrefour’s commercial, quality, and sustainability standards.

As a key member of the sourcing organization, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver high-quality textile products at competitive cost while maintaining on-time delivery and operational excellence. This role offers an opportunity to influence sourcing strategy, supplier partnerships, and product development within Carrefour’s global textile supply chain.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and source suitable suppliers and factories capable of delivering products aligned with business requirements and commercial targets.
• Evaluate suppliers based on category priorities, capacity, compliance standards, and quality performance.
• Guide suppliers in product development according to technical specifications, design requirements, and aesthetic standards from business units.
• Collect and analyze market intelligence from suppliers to identify trends and support product innovation.
• Ensure timely submission of product samples and quotations to business units.
• Conduct price negotiations using open costing models, challenging key cost drivers such as fabric consumption, CM, trims, and overheads.
• Support order allocation through capacity planning, quantity forecasting, and supplier capability assessment.
• Manage the full order execution process from development approval to shipment readiness.
• Coordinate with quality and supply chain teams to resolve production, quality, and shipment challenges.
• Ensure product packaging, labeling, and marketing presentation comply with business unit requirements.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external partners to ensure alignment on product development and delivery objectives.
• Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and data management in line with company procedures.
• Participate in sourcing initiatives and continuous improvement projects to enhance sourcing efficiency and supplier performance.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 8–12 years of experience in merchandising, sourcing, or apparel supply chain management.
• Strong experience in textile or apparel sourcing, preferably within global retail or buying office environments.
• Proven ability to manage product development, supplier relationships, and order execution.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and multicultural environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and merchandising systems.
• Knowledge of textile product development, costing structures, and supply chain processes.

4C Skills:

• Customer-Centric: Focuses on ensuring product quality, competitive pricing, and timely delivery to meet customer expectations.
• Adaptable: Responds effectively to changing sourcing requirements, market conditions, and operational challenges.
• Collaborative: Builds strong partnerships with suppliers, internal teams, and stakeholders to achieve shared business objectives.
• Courageous: Demonstrates resilience and confidence in addressing sourcing challenges and driving improvements.