AGM - Merchandising

You will be leading the merchandising function at a woven apparel manufacturing facility, overseeing a team of merchandisers, managing client communications, ensuring timely order execution, and driving strategic merchandising initiatives aligned with business goals. This leadership role requires strong customer orientation, team management skills, and deep domain expertise in woven garment manufacturing. You will report directly to the General Manager. - Lead the team of merchandisers handling independent buyer accounts/orders - Coordinate with Merchandising Manager, Marketing team, and Production team - Manage the entire merchandising team, new customer development, sales growth, and maintain existing customers - Coordinate with operations throughout the order execution process - Manage order specification, costing, price negotiation, and supplier liaison - Supervise product development, pricing, material sourcing, production planning, quality assurance, shipment, and client satisfaction - Maintain excellent knowledge on sampling, costing techniques, fabric/trims sourcing, vendor development, and liaison with buyers and production plants - Regularly update Management on profit/efficiency/improvement strategy - Conduct monthly KPI achievement meeting to review department performance **Qualification Required:** - UG/PG preferably in Apparel/Textile/Design or related discipline - 10-15 years of working experience in woven garment manufacturing - Strong understanding of market conditions and trends - Good product knowledge, mathematical, analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills - Positive and professional attitude - Good command of written and spoken English - Team player, team builder, and leader - Flexible to travel - Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, & Outlook The company is located at Vandalur Road, Pudhupakkam, Chennai 600130. The work week is Monday to Saturday. Please ensure you meet the specified criteria before applying. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.,