Merchandiser

Role Overview
Act as the primary link between customers and the factory, ensuring every order is produced to specification, on time, and within quality and cost targets. Responsibilities span the full order cycle—from sampling through shipment—while working closely with sourcing, external processing houses, production, logistics, and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities
- Translate customer specifications into clear production requirements and communicate quality/testing protocols.
- Source and process fabrics, trims, and accessories; negotiate prices and lead times with suppliers.
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard suitable processing houses (dyeing, printing, finishing); negotiate processing costs, verify lead-time commitments, and conduct on-site quality audits.
- Develop and maintain a time-and-action (TNA) calendar; schedule production with planning and floor supervisors to maximize resource utilization.
- Manage workflow from initial sample development through bulk production, securing approvals at each stage.
- Facilitate daily coordination with factory departments—fabric, accessories, merchandising, QA, logistics—to resolve issues quickly.
- Coordinate logistics: book freight, prepare shipping documentation, monitor dispatches, and track shipments to ensure on-time delivery.
- Prepare detailed packing lists and oversee carton marking/labeling requirements.
- Monitor production and processing progress; address delays or quality deviations, escalating critical issues when necessary.
- Provide regular status reports to internal teams and clients on milestones, delivery schedules, and potential risks.
- 5-8 years’ experience as a merchandiser in home têxtiles or apparel (bed-linen preferred).
- Proven ability to source and manage external processing houses, including cost, quality, and timeline control.
- Solid understanding of fabric constructions, processing, trims, accessory sourcing, and logistics coordination.
- Proficiency with TNA management, costings, and basic ERP/MRP systems.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills; effective liaison with buyers, factories, processors, and freight partners.
- Detail-oriented, organised, and comfortable handling multiple orders in a fast-turn environment.
- Preferred Fluency in Telugu and English; familiarity with South-Indian supply bases preferred.
- Graduate in Textile Technology, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.

Application

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Schedule:

- Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

- Performance bonus

Work Location: In person