Merchandiser

Job Description:

 JOB DESCRIPTION Position:

Merchandiser Qualification: Graduate / Diploma in Textile / Apparel Merchandising / Fashion Technology.

Experience (in years): 2 - 4 Salary: (Rs.) 4.5 – 5.5 LPA

Position Purpose:

To manage the complete merchandising cycle for export orders — from product development and costing to shipment — ensuring timely execution, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction while coordinating effectively with buyers, production, and other internal teams.

Job Description: 1. Buyer Communication & Order Handling

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the buyer and the factory.

• Understand buyer requirements, specifications, and quality standards.

• Coordinate for product development, approvals, and pre-production samples.

• Follow up on order confirmations, amendments, and shipment instructions.

2. Product Development & Costing

• Work closely with design and sampling teams to develop styles as per buyer’s brief.

• Prepare cost sheets, negotiate prices with buyers, and finalize orders.

• Track sample status and ensure on-time dispatch for buyer approvals.

3. Production Coordination

• Create time and action (T&A) plans for each order and monitor progress daily.

• Coordinate with production, quality, and procurement teams to ensure adherence to timelines.

• Follow up for fabric and trim in-house dates, production starts, and shipment readiness.

• Resolve bottlenecks or delays in collaboration with relevant departments.

4. Quality Assurance

• Ensure all production processes comply with buyer quality standards and testing requirements.

• Coordinate with QA/QC for inline and final inspections.

• Address any quality issues promptly and communicate resolutions to buyers.

5. Documentation & Shipment

• Coordinate with logistics for documentation, labeling, and packaging as per buyer specifications.

• Ensure timely booking of shipments and dispatch.

• Preparing and verifying export documents Skills:

• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

• In-depth knowledge of garment manufacturing processes.

• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems.

• Ability to multitask and manage tight deadlines.

• Analytical and problem-solving mindset.