Senior Merchant - FAITH by FIO (Garment Export)

Hiring: Senior Merchant – FAITH by FIO (Jaipur)

Division of Fashion Images Overseas | Exclusive Liaison for Top Japanese Trading Companies

Role Overview:
FAITH by FIO is looking for a highly responsible and proactive Senior Merchant to handle order-wise tracking, buyer coordination, factory follow-up, and sample-to-shipment execution for multiple high-end international clients. This role requires full ownership, discipline, and strong communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage multiple buyer orders across multiple factories
• Handle complete communication with buyers and internal teams — sampling, approvals, production status, and dispatches
• Maintain full control of each order's lifecycle with systematic file-making and format creation
• Conduct sample checking, technical QC, and follow-up on corrections
• Ensure weekly visits to assigned factories for follow-up and live status checks
• Prepare WIP, TNA, and factory visit reports with detailed updates
• Coordinate accessory & label development, sample courier tracking, and follow-up
• Take initiative in sourcing of fabrics, trims, packaging, and technical inputs
• Build systems and processes to track and manage order flow effectively
• Work closely with Japanese QA and follow-up staff, ensuring alignment with their expectations

Requirements (include but are not limited to):

• 3–6 years of experience in export merchandising (woven garments preferred)
• Proficient in Excel, emails, TNA planning, and data management
• Strong understanding of sampling, approvals, QC, fabric and accessory coordination
• Excellent spoken and written English; Japanese buyer experience is a strong plus
• Regular, responsible, and able to handle independent factory visits weekly
• Ability to organize and streamline multiple orders, styles, and timelines
• Confident in costing, reporting, and buyer presentations

What You’ll Gain:

• Work directly with a Japanese team with over 20 years of industry experience
• Liaise with one of Japan’s most respected trading companies with 150+ years of history
• Exposure to global-quality standards, international client handling, and fast-paced order execution
• Participate in international exhibitions, buyer meetings, and sourcing trips
• Opportunity to grow into a leadership position within FAITH’s fast-scaling global operations

Location: Jaipur (with regular travel to nearby factories)

Apply Now to become part of a premium export-trading and buyer liaison division bridging India and Japan.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person