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General Manager - Apparel Merchandising

Taipei City Permanent NTD3,000,000 - NTD5,000,000 per year View Job Description
The General Manager is responsible for driving overall business performance, developing strategic customer relationships, overseeing sourcing and product development activities, and leading a cross-functional team to deliver sustainable growth.
  • Great business momentum with high productivity
  • Own a strong and mature team to support the business

About Our Client

Our client is a global merchandising and supply chain partner specializing in apparel and consumer products, the company collaborates with internationally recognized retailers and brands to deliver high-quality, trend-driven products across global markets. They are now looking for a General Manager to manage its business in Taiwan.

Job Description

  • Develop and execute the Taiwan business strategy aligned with regional and global objectives.
  • Drive revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion through strategic planning and execution.
  • Identify new business opportunities, partnerships, and customer development initiatives.
  • Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and industry developments to maintain business competitiveness.
  • Establish operational goals, business plans, and performance metrics to achieve sustainable growth.
  • Oversee merchandising, product development, and sourcing activities from concept through production.
  • Partner with design, development, and sourcing teams to deliver innovative and cost-effective products.
  • Ensure products meet customer requirements, quality standards, compliance regulations, and target margins.
  • Drive continuous improvement in product development timelines and commercialization processes.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key international customers, retailers, and brand partners.
  • Lead customer engagement activities including business reviews, negotiations, and strategic planning discussions.
  • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent service, quality, and delivery performance.
  • Collaborate closely with customers to understand product requirements, seasonal trends, and business needs.
  • Lead sourcing and supply chain strategies to ensure efficiency, cost optimization, and risk mitigation.
  • Oversee vendor performance management, production planning, quality assurance, and logistics coordination.
  • Ensure smooth execution from order placement through shipment and customer delivery.
  • Strengthen operational processes and implement best practices to improve productivity and scalability.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing local team across merchandising, sourcing, operations, and support functions.
  • Own the Taiwan office's P&L and financial performance.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Textile Management, Fashion Merchandising, Supply Chain, or a related field.
  • 15+ years of experience in apparel, children's products, merchandising, sourcing, or consumer goods industries.
  • Proven leadership experience managing multifunctional teams within an international organization.
  • Strong understanding of product development, sourcing, manufacturing, quality management, and supply chain operations.
  • Experience managing key global retailers, brands, or licensing partners is highly preferred.
  • Demonstrated success in driving business growth and managing P&L responsibilities.
  • Strong commercial acumen, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.
  • Fluent in English and Mandarin, with strong communication and presentation skills.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary package and benefits
  • Strong ownership of Taiwan business strategy
  • High autonomy with high level decision making
  • Collaborative and supportive company culture
Contact
Ivan Mo
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7123398
Phone number
+886 2 8729 8248

Job summary

Job function
Sales
Specialisation
General Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Retail
Location
Taipei City
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ivan Mo
Consultant phone
+886 2 8729 8248
Job Reference
JN-102026-7123398

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