Production Merchandiser (High Fashion)

The merchandiser will be responsible for managing product development, merchandising, sourcing, supplier management, logistics coordination, and more. As a product development, buyer, and merchandiser, you will have the following responsibilities: Overall Responsibility: - Managing product development, from material sourcing to supplier negotiations and timely production as per design. - Ensuring alignment of raw materials, job workers, and production teams for timely delivery. - Developing and maintaining relationships with partners and vendors. Product Development: - Developing, evaluating, and presenting pre-development samples. - Monitoring product performance in terms of fit, construction, and durability. - Costing and production planning. Production Planning: - Developing and managing production timelines and schedules. - Negotiating with suppliers and vendors on costing. - Sourcing raw materials, trims, accessories, and job workers. Supplier and Vendor Management: - Identifying and working with suppliers and manufacturers. - Negotiating terms and conditions for cost-effective and high-quality production. - Implementing quality control procedures. Reporting and Coordination: - Collaborating with various teams. - Maintaining detailed logs and updates for fabric, trims, accessories, sampling, production status, and more. - Keeping production files up to date and maintaining an ERP software. Qualifications: - 4 - 5 years of PD, buying, merchandising, and production experience. - Experience in startups is an added advantage. - Excellent knowledge of fabrics, trims, and accessories. - Strong communication, relationship building, and organization skills.,