Sr. Merchandiser

Job Description: Textile Merchandiser

About the Role:

The Textile Merchandiser will be responsible for managing product development, sampling, costing, vendor coordination, production follow-ups, and ensuring timely delivery of textile products. The role requires strong coordination between buyers, designers, production units, and suppliers to execute orders smoothly from concept to shipment.

Key Responsibilities:1. Product Development & Sampling

• Develop textile products as per buyer requirements and market trends.
• Coordinate with design and sampling teams for new product development.
• Prepare mood boards, fabric swatches, trims, and design options for buyers.
• Follow up on sample approvals, feedback, and revisions.

2. Buyer & Vendor Communication

• Act as a point of contact between buyers and production teams.
• Communicate order details, quality expectations, timelines, and approvals.
• Maintain professional relationships with suppliers, artisans, printers, and manufacturers.

3. Costing & Order Confirmation

• Prepare cost sheets for new styles, including fabric, trims, labor, printing, and packaging.
• Negotiate pricing with vendors while maintaining product quality.
• Share costing with buyers and finalize order booking.

4. Production Management

• Issue purchase orders for fabric, prints, trims, and accessories.
• Monitor production timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
• Conduct factory visits to monitor production stages, quality checks, and finishing.
• Coordinate with QA team to resolve quality issues.

5. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain order sheets, T&A (Time & Action Plans) to track deadlines and approvals.
• Prepare production status reports and share regular updates with buyers.
• Ensure proper documentation related to shipments, invoices, and packaging details.

Skills & Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Textile Design, Fashion Technology, Merchandising, or related field.
• 1–5 years of experience in textile merchandising (apparel/home textiles/fabrics).
• Strong understanding of fabrics, printing techniques, embroidery, trims, and surface ornamentation.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and follow-up skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, T&A tracking, Google Sheets, and email communication.
• Ability to multitask and manage end-to-end merchandising workflow.

Key Competencies:

• Attention to detail
• Time & project management
• Analytical & problem-solving abilities
• Team coordination skills
• Buyer relationship management

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in export houses, D2C brands, or retail textile manufacturing.
• Knowledge of block printing, screen printing, dyeing, weaving, or other textile craft processes (if required).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person