Merchandiser

Job Summary:

The Merchandiser is responsible for managing the end-to-end merchandising process for shirt orders—from product development and sampling to production follow-up and shipment. The role requires strong coordination with buyers, production, sourcing, and quality teams to ensure timely delivery, competitive costing, and adherence to quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Buyer Communication & Order Management

• Act as the key contact between buyers and the factory for all shirt orders.
• Understand buyer requirements, specifications, and technical details for each style.
• Manage sampling, approvals, and order confirmations.
• Ensure clarity in communication regarding style details, trims, fabric, and delivery timelines.

2. Product Development & Sampling

• Coordinate with the sampling department for proto, fit, size set, and pre-production samples.
• Ensure timely submission and approval of samples from buyers.
• Collaborate with designers and fabric sourcing teams for new fabric and trim developments.

3. Costing & Negotiation

• Prepare cost sheets considering fabric, trims, accessories, and overheads.
• Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to achieve target margins.
• Support management in price negotiations with buyers.

4. Production Follow-up

• Create and monitor Time and Action (T&A) calendars for all orders.
• Coordinate with the production, fabric, and trimming teams to ensure on-time delivery.
• Monitor order progress from fabric in-house to cutting, stitching, finishing, and packing.
• Resolve any production or quality issues in coordination with relevant departments.

5. Material Planning & Coordination

• Ensure timely fabric and trim approvals and in-house arrivals.
• Work closely with sourcing and store teams to manage material flow as per production plans.
• Verify consumption and material requisitions to control cost and wastage.

6. Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all garments meet buyer quality standards and technical specifications.
• Coordinate with quality assurance and inspection teams during pre-final and final inspections.
• Maintain buyer compliance documentation and audit requirements.

7. Documentation & Shipment

• Prepare and verify order documentation, packing lists, and shipment details.
• Follow up with logistics and commercial departments for on-time shipments and document dispatch.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Garment Manufacturing / Fashion Technology / Textile Engineering.
• 5–8 years of experience in merchandising for woven shirts (export or domestic).
• Strong understanding of fabric types, garment construction, costing, and production processes.
• Excellent communication and buyer handling skills.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel, ERP systems, and T&A management tools.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• On-time order delivery rate
• Sample approval turnaround time
• Costing accuracy and margin achievement
• Buyer satisfaction and repeat order rate
• Production and shipment adherence to T&A

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills
• Proactive and solution-driven attitude
• Team player with leadership potential

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person