Assistant Merchandiser (Garment Export Only)

Position- Merchandiser cum designer (Western-Apparels Only)

Exp.- 1+ years

Location: Sector-65, Noida

Salary: 30 k to 35 k

Timing: 9:00AM to 5:30PM

Working days - 6

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for an enterprising individual who has a technical understanding of garment construction and pattern making, as well as the ins and outs of the garment manufacturing process for complicated designs. Understanding of US sizes, fabrics, and technical composition of patterns.

WHAT WILL YOU BE RESPONSIBLE FOR?

• Lead the Merchandise team to optimize the buying cycle
• Optimize current processes or set up new processes to improve procurement strategy and ensure the shortest possible cycle of production is met.
• On-time in fulfillment—the primary KRA for this role. Ensuring to launch all products on the launch date in fulfillment. This will involve capacity planning and production planning with the operations manager and suppliers, along with ensuring all levers for timely inspection are in place.
• Share detailed tech packs or specification sheets, and quality standards for coordination with vendors
• Works with vendors for development sampling and initial costs
• Monitor supplier performance, conduct regular audits, and address any issues or non-compliance.
• Works closely with clients to ensure design packages are complete and accurate.
• Prepare and present regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) and sourcing metrics, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations.
• Train and mentor team members, fostering their professional growth and ensuring a high level of performance.
• Conduct Training & development of vendor quality teams to optimize time & quality with vendor upskilling initiatives
• Evaluate and analyze new tools and technologies to automate processes & reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including materials, warehousing, and logistics, to align sourcing activities with production plans and business goals.

WHO YOU ARE?

• Past experience in Managing production or sourcing (ideally 1+ years)
• Bachelor’s Diploma / Degree in Fashion Technology or engineering in textile technology
• Exceptional understanding of garment manufacturing operations & processes
• Technical understanding of pattern and fit development of garments—knowledge of AutoCAD would be preferred
• Merchandise Sourcing Knowledge—Experience in sample development and with offshore production exposure in large-sized buying offices or export houses
• Knowledge of advanced Excel & data visualization tools
• Digitally savvy & adept at implementing new technologies & tools

Interested candidates can share their resume to hr@samshek.com