Senior Merchandiser (Lehenga Stitching Cost)

Job Title: Merchandiser & Production Coordinator – Women’s Wear (Lehenga Focus)

Location:** Topsia, near China Town, Kolkata

Office Timing:** 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Industry:** Apparel / Garment / Ethnic Wear / Women’s Wear

Key Responsibilities:

*Coordinate with **dyeing, embroidery, and stitching vendors** for lehenga and bridal/ethnic wear production.

Maintain accurate tracking and **comparison of embroidery and stitching charges** to ensure cost efficiency.

Finalize **lehenga production cost sheets, working closely with vendors on per-piece pricing.

Negotiate and lock embroidery rates per design (zari, sequins, thread work, etc.).

Estimate and control fabric consumption, labor cost, and finishing charges.

Follow up on vendor delivery timelines, and approve quality at each stage (fabric → embroidery → stitching).

Support sampling and bulk production with clear rate charts and cost sheets.

Required Skills & Experience:

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in **ethnic wear merchandising**, especially in lehengas, suits, and bridal wear.

Excellent knowledge of **embroidery cost structure**, hand/machine work, and market rates.

Skilled in negotiating stitching and finishing charges with karigars, boutiques, and small-scale vendors.

Experience in **cost sheet preparation**, rate analysis, and margin planning.

Familiarity with **fabric sourcing and dyeing coordination** for traditional women's garments.

Strong Excel knowledge for tracking production and cost.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

Worked with ethnic wear brands, bridal boutiques, or export houses.

Based near Topsia / Park Circus / Tangra or nearby areas.

Should be organized, cost-conscious, and vendor-networked.

Contact: talenthub@duaspotli.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• How do you calculate the total cost of a lehenga, including embroidery and stitching charges?

• What types of embroidery do you usually handle, and how do you negotiate rates with vendors?

• Can you explain how you track and manage stitching charges across multiple vendors or karigars?

• Have you worked on lehenga production from fabric sourcing to final delivery? If yes, explain your process?
• Are you feasible to commute daily near topsia more?
• What is your Net In Hand Salary?
• What is your Expected hike?
• Are you an immediate joiner?

Work Location: In person