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Description
The role of a PD cum Production Merchandiser involves managing various aspects such as product development, merchandising, sourcing, supplier management, and logistics coordination. As a product development, buyer, and merchandiser, you will have the following responsibilities: Managing product development from material sourcing to supplier negotiations and ensuring timely production as per design. This includes reviewing samples for construction, fall, fit, drape, and wash, among other factors. Coordinating with all stakeholders including raw material suppliers, job workers, and production teams to align them for timely delivery. Developing and maintaining relationships with partners and vendors such as mills, traders, job workers, fabricators, and garment manufacturers. Overseeing product development by developing, evaluating, and presenting pre-development samples and monitoring product performance in terms of fit, construction, and durability. Creating and managing production timelines and schedules to ensure timely delivery of retail products and negotiating with suppliers to achieve the best costing. Sourcing raw materials, trims, accessories, and job workers while ensuring timely planning and ordering to avoid any delays. Managing supplier and vendor relationships by sourcing materials and production services, negotiating terms, monitoring performance, and addressing any quality or delivery issues. Implementing quality control procedures to ensure that products meet the company's standards and specifications, conducting inspections, and overseeing testing of materials and finished products. Maintaining high levels of coordination and collaboration with various teams, and keeping detailed logs and updates for fabric, trims, accessories development, sampling, production status, and more. Qualifications for this role include 4-5 years of experience in product development, buying, merchandising, and production, preferably in buying houses, retail brands, or export houses. Experience in startups is an added advantage along with excellent knowledge of fabrics, trims, accessories, and factory suppliers. Strong communication, relationship building, and organizational skills are also required for this position. If you are passionate about managing the end-to-end process of product development and production while ensuring quality, timely delivery, and effective vendor management, this role might be a great fit for you.,
