Specialist - Sourcing - Hardlines/Furniture/Glass

- 4 year University/College degree or equivalent

- 1+ years of sourcing and/or merchandising experience

- Knowledge of market and industry within the relevant geographic area (able to identify competitors' activities/development to share with HQ and Global Teams)

- Product knowledge (Wood, Home, Hard goods as applicable) with an understanding of the industry landscape and key player

- Excellent communication skills in English and local office language, both written and verbal

- Strong ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders with multiple cultural backgrounds and to influence without authority

- Strong MS office skills and able to use all relevant tools and systems

- Knowledge of U.S. business regulations and compliance processes within the area of responsibility (customs, general & social compliance issues, anti-dumping, duty rates, minimum certification requirements)

- Broad yet in-depth knowledge of U.S. retail industry (competitors and different market segments, price levels, production segmentation, seasons, understanding guest, advanced level at understanding of retail accounting, and skills to interpret sales and inventory data)

- Experience with well-known brand Buying Offices from US and European retailers preferred

- Knowledge of required products and sourcing operations preferred.

- Problem solving, negotiating, planning and organizational skills

- Analytical thinking skills and holistic approach to understand & interpret reports, market trends and prepare reports.

- Able to plan & drive meetings effectively and good presentation skills

- Client-focused and service-driven, team player.

- Assertive with strong initiative, committed to continuous learning

- Eligible to work in designated country

- Ability to travel extensively within designated country.