Senior Merchandiser

Role Overview: As a Merchandiser, you will be responsible for the end-to-end coordination of woven garment orders, from development to shipment. Your role will involve managing buyer communications, overseeing sample development, handling costing, production follow-up, and ensuring timely deliveries. To excel in this position, you should have a deep understanding of the woven garment production process, possess strong negotiation skills, and demonstrate the ability to efficiently manage multiple orders. Key Responsibilities: - Buyer Communication: - Act as the primary point of contact between the company and buyers. - Understand buyer requirements and effectively communicate specifications to relevant departments. - Manage day-to-day correspondence, approvals, and feedback with buyers. - Product Development & Sampling: - Collaborate with design and sampling teams to create new styles according to buyer specifications. - Ensure timely submission of proto, fit, size set, and pre-production samples. - Track sample approvals and keep internal teams informed. - Costing & Order Confirmation: - Prepare accurate cost sheets covering fabric, trims, packing, and overheads. - Negotiate pricing with buyers to maintain profitability. - Confirm orders and ensure all necessary documentation is complete. - Production Follow-Up: - Develop and manage Time and Action (T&A) calendar for each order. - Coordinate with production, quality, fabric sourcing, and procurement teams to meet deadlines. - Monitor critical path and implement corrective actions in case of delays. - Material Procurement & Coordination: - Work with sourcing team to ensure timely procurement of fabrics, trims, and accessories. - Coordinate with stores and suppliers to track material inflow and stock. - Quality Control & Inspections: - Collaborate with the QA team to ensure buyer quality standards are upheld. - Arrange inline and final inspections with third-party auditors or buyer QC. - Shipment & Documentation: - Coordinate with logistics and documentation departments for on-time dispatch of shipments. - Ensure accurate shipping documents, packing lists, and invoices are prepared. Qualifications & Skills: - 5 years of merchandising experience in woven garment manufacturing. - Strong knowledge of fabric types, garment construction, and production processes. - Knowledge of vendors for fabrics, trims, accessories, and a good network in the industry. - Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word). - Good communication, negotiation, and time management skills. - Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple orders. Preferred: - Experience working with domestic and international buyers.,