Buyer - Fashion industry

Job Title: Buyer
Location: Ernakulam
Experience: Must have relevant experience in the fashion industry only
Department: Procurement / Merchandising

Job Summary:
We are looking for an experienced Buyer based in Ernakulam with strong knowledge of fashion designing and prior experience in the fashion industry. The candidate should be willing to travel within and outside Kerala for vendor sourcing and business requirements. The Buyer will be responsible for procurement planning, vendor management, and ensuring timely availability of fashion products at optimal cost, quality, and design standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and purchase fashion products and materials as per design and business requirements
• Work closely with design teams to understand trends, fabrics, and product specifications
• Identify, evaluate, and develop fashion vendors within Kerala and outside the state
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers
• Travel within and outside Kerala for vendor meetings and sourcing
• Raise purchase orders and track deliveries to ensure timely receipt
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with inventory and warehouse teams
• Ensure product quality, fit, fabric, and finishing as per design standards
• Maintain accurate procurement records, reports, and vendor details
• Coordinate with finance for invoice processing and payments

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Buyer in the fashion industry (mandatory)
• Sound knowledge of fashion designing, fabrics, patterns, and garment construction
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Willingness to travel extensively within and outside Kerala
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel

Preferred:

• Degree/Diploma in Fashion Designing or a related field

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person