Senior Merchant

Job Summary

The Senior Merchant – Garments will be responsible for managing end-to-end merchandising activities, from buyer communication and product development to order execution and shipment. The role requires strong coordination with buyers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure quality, cost, and delivery timelines are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end merchandising for assigned buyers/accounts
• Handle buyer communication for inquiries, costing, sampling, approvals, and order confirmations
• Prepare and negotiate cost sheets, price quotations, and T&A calendars
• Coordinate sampling activities (proto, fit, PP, size set, GPT, TOP samples)
• Ensure timely approvals for fabric, trims, prints, embroidery, and lab dips
• Liaise with fabric suppliers, trims vendors, and production teams
• Monitor production status and ensure adherence to delivery schedules
• Ensure quality standards as per buyer requirements and compliance norms
• Manage order booking, production follow-ups, and shipment documentation
• Resolve buyer and production issues proactively
• Guide and mentor junior merchandisers
• Maintain accurate order records, reports, and MIS

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of garment manufacturing processes
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Strong understanding of costing, fabric consumption, and trims
• Ability to manage multiple orders and tight timelines
• Proficient in MS Excel, ERP systems, and email communication

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Technology / Textile / Apparel Management or related field
• 5–10 years of experience in garment merchandising (domestic)
• Prior experience handling and connections with domestic buyers preferred

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time sample and order delivery
• Cost control and margin achievement
• Buyer satisfaction and repeat business
• Quality compliance and rejection control

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person