Fashion Merchandiser

Location:- Goregaon | Onsite

We&aposre seeking a seasoned and passionate Merchandiser with over 5 years of dedicated experience in ethnic wear to join our team!

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the ethnic wear market, possessing an expert eye for fabric quality, intricate handwork, and precise costing. This role is perfect for a meticulous professional who can drive the entire merchandising lifecycle, from sourcing and purchase to production and vendor management, ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sourcing & Procurement:

  Identify, evaluate, and manage a network of reliable vendors for sourcing fabrics, materials, and finished goods, ensuring competitive pricing and timely delivery.

• Costing & Budgeting:

  Develop and maintain detailed costing sheets for all products, ensuring profitability while maintaining quality standards. Manage the purchasing budget effectively to meet business goals.

• Fabric & Handwork Expertise:

  Possess an in-depth knowledge of various ethnic fabrics, their qualities, and market rates. Have a keen understanding of traditional handwork, embroidery, and embellishment techniques to ensure authenticity and quality.

• Purchase Management:

  Oversee the entire purchase process, from placing orders with vendors to tracking production and ensuring all quality control measures are met before final dispatch.

• Product Lifecycle Management:

  Collaborate with design, production, and marketing teams to oversee the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept to final delivery, ensuring the collection is cohesive and market-ready.

• Trend Forecasting:

  Stay updated on the latest trends in ethnic wear, consumer demands, and market competition to provide valuable insights for new collection development.

• Vendor Relationship Management:

  Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with all vendors and suppliers to ensure smooth operations and high-quality outcomes.

?Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience:

  Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in merchandising, with a specific focus on Indian ethnic wear.

• Expertise:

  Proven expertise in fabric quality, handwork, costing, and the ethnic wear supply chain.

• Negotiation & Communication:

  Strong negotiation skills for vendor management and excellent communication skills for seamless team collaboration.

• Attention to Detail:

  Exceptional attention to detail, especially in quality control and data management.

• Education:

  A degree in Fashion Merchandising, Textile Management, or a related field is highly preferred.