Fashion Merchandiser

**Concept Development and Research**:

- Research fashion trends, consumer preferences, and cultural influences to develop fresh and innovative ideas.
- Create mood boards and concept presentations to illustrate design themes, color palettes, and overall direction for collections.
- Understand market demands, brand identity, and target audience to align designs with the overall vision.
- **Sketching and Designing**:

- Create original sketches, either by hand or using design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, CAD).
- Develop designs for various product lines such as garments, accessories, or footwear, considering the season, fabric, and style.
- Design with attention to detail, focusing on fabric selection, silhouettes, patterns, and color schemes.
- **Pattern Making and Technical Specifications**:

- Oversee or directly create patterns that translate sketches into physical prototypes.
- Work with pattern makers and sample makers to develop accurate prototypes that reflect the intended design.
- Prepare detailed technical specifications, including measurements, construction techniques, and material selection, for production teams.
- **Collaboration with Production Teams**:

- Collaborate with production teams, manufacturers, and suppliers to ensure the designs are translated accurately from concept to finished product.
- Ensure the quality, fit, and finish of samples and final products meet the brand's standards.
- Work closely with the merchandising team to create designs that fit the pricing, delivery timelines, and overall brand strategy.
- **Trend Forecasting and Market Analysis**:

- Keep up with current fashion trends, têxtiles, techniques, and consumer preferences to ensure designs are up-to-date.
- Attend fashion shows, exhibitions, and trade shows to source inspiration and stay connected with the industry.
- Predict upcoming trends and develop designs that align with future market demands.
- **Presentation of Collections**:

- Present collections to the brand team, buyers, and sales teams, explaining the inspiration, design process, and vision behind the pieces.
- Participate in fittings and revisions based on feedback, ensuring that the final designs meet commercial and aesthetic goals.
- Assist in styling and coordinating photo shoots, fashion shows, and lookbooks for marketing and promotional purposes.
- **Sustainability and Ethical Practices (Optional)**:

- Integrate sustainable practices in the design process, choosing eco-friendly materials and ensuring responsible sourcing and production.
- Advocate for ethical labor practices in manufacturing and design processes.

**Required Skills**:

- **Creativity and Innovation**:

- Strong ability to think creatively and come up with unique, innovative designs that resonate with the brand’s identity and the target market.
- **Technical Design Skills**:

- Proficiency in fashion design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CAD) and hand sketching.
- Knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, draping, and têxtile science.
- **Attention to Detail**:

- High level of precision in designing, creating patterns, and overseeing the production process to ensure top-quality output.
- **Market Knowledge**:

- Strong understanding of current fashion trends, consumer behavior, and competitor brands, as well as an awareness of the brand’s target market.
- **Communication and Collaboration**:

- Excellent communication skills to collaborate with other departments (e.g., merchandising, production, marketing) and external suppliers.
- Ability to clearly convey ideas and design concepts to different stakeholders.
- **Time Management and Multitasking**:

- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously while maintaining high-quality work.
- **Problem Solving**:

- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve production issues, including fabric limitations, cost challenges, and fit problems, to deliver successful products.

Pay: From ₹20,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person