Merchandiser Sportswear/ Athleisure

Job Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Merchandiser – Sportswear/ Activewear To lead product development and manage end-to-end merchandising operations in knitted garments. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of activewear/sportswear, technical fabrics, and production cycles. You will collaborate closely with design, sourcing, production, and buying teams to deliver high-performance products that align with market trends and brand vision. Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Fashion Technology, Apparel Merchandising, or related field. • 5–8 years of experience in apparel merchandising, with minimum 2–3 years in sportswear/activewear. • Strong understanding of functional fabrics, fit, and performance wear construction. • Excellent communication, negotiation, and time management skills. • Proficient in Excel, PLM systems, and production tracking tools. • Ability to handle multiple seasons and tight deadlines with a proactive approach. Preferred Skills: • Experience working with international brands/domestic buyers. • Knowledge of sustainable and performance fabric trends. • Familiarity with global compliance standards for sportswear. Role & responsibilities : · Client & Buyer Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for sportswear buyers. Understand buyer requirements, provide samples, and follow up on approvals. · Product Development: Coordinate with design and sampling teams to develop new collections and ensure sportswear designs meet buyer specifications. · Order Management: Handle end-to-end order processing from sampling, costing, order confirmation, and bulk production to shipment. · Costing & Negotiation: Prepare detailed cost sheets, negotiate prices with suppliers and buyers, and ensure profitability targets are met. · Production Coordination: Monitor production schedules and ensure timely delivery while maintaining product quality. · Vendor & Supplier Management: Source and manage fabric, trims, and accessories suppliers. Also to oversee vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with brand standards and ethical sourcing practices. · Quality Assurance: Work closely with QA teams to ensure products meet required standards and compliance regulations and all performance testing and quality protocol. · Trend & Market Analysis: Stay updated with global sportswear trends, innovations in fabric and fit, and market dynamics. · Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation, sampling records , production reports, and updates for each account, ensuring all stages of merchandising are tracked. · Production Timelines : Track production timelines to ensure on-time delivery of orders; proactively resolve any delays or quality concerns. Work Location: Mayapuri Industrial Area, New Delhi For apply , Send your CV at aarkkrishavapparels@outlook.com, ashish.verma@aarkkrishavapparels.com