Merchandiser - Soft Toys

**About the Role**

**Key Responsibilities**
- Manage buyer communication for leading toy and baby brands (India and overseas).
- Coordinate development of soft toys and plush items — including rattles, security blankets, activity toys, dolls, and pull-along toys.
- Review buyer tech packs/briefs and ensure accurate execution of prototypes, samples, and bulk orders.
- Prepare and manage **Time & Action (T&A) calendars** to ensure timely approvals, production, and dispatch.
- Collaborate with design, sourcing, production, and QA teams for smooth sampling and production workflows.
- Prepare costings, negotiate pricing, and oversee approvals for fabrics, trims, accessories, and packaging.
- Ensure product safety standards are met — including international toy safety regulations (EN71, ASTM, BIS, etc.).
- Work closely with QA to conduct internal checks and coordinate inline and final inspections.
- Maintain detailed documentation such as buyer communications, trackers, approvals, and reports.
- Stay updated on **global toy trends** to support collection development and new product ideas.

**Required Qualifications & Skills**
- Bachelor’s degree/diploma in Textiles, Fashion Merchandising, Toys Design, or related field.
- 4-5 years of experience in merchandising — preferably with soft toys, plush products, or baby goods.
- Strong understanding of toy safety standards and compliance requirements (EN71, ASTM F963, BIS, etc.).
- Familiarity with toy production processes (cutting, stitching, embroidery, stuffing, packaging).
- Excellent communication skills in English (written & verbal) for buyer interaction.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, documentation, and merchandising tools.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

**Work Schedule**
- 6 days/week (Monday to Saturday)
- On-site, full-time role

**What We Offer**
- Opportunity to work with reputed global toy and baby brands.
- Exposure to international markets and compliance standards.
- Professional, collaborative work culture.
- Growth opportunities in a fast-expanding product category.

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Paid sick time
- Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Gurukul Indraprashtha, Faridabad, Haryana: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Diploma (required)

**Experience**:

- Merchandising: 2 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person