Textile Merchandiser

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly motivated Textile Merchant with a strong background in home textiles to manage product development, sampling, client coordination, and production execution. The candidate must have a deep understanding of furnishing fabrics, textile construction, and global trends in home décor.

Key Responsibilities:

Client & Buyer Coordination

• Serve as the primary point of contact for international/domestic clients and buying houses.
• Interpret buyer briefs and convert them into workable product directions.
• Present collections and manage client approvals for samples and bulk production.

Product Development

• Develop and manage collections for upholstery, drapery, cushions, and other soft furnishings.
• Coordinate with design teams and mills for new fabric bases, textures, prints, and finishes.
• Oversee embroidery, embellishment, or value addition processes when required.

Sampling & Approvals

• Drive timely sampling based on client briefs and seasonal calendars.
• Follow up with mills, printers, and vendors to ensure quality and timely delivery of samples.

Costing & Pricing

• Prepare detailed cost sheets for all developments.
• Negotiate prices with vendors to achieve required margins without compromising quality.

Vendor & Supply Chain Coordination

• Identify suitable vendors for weaving, dyeing, printing, finishing, and fabrication.
• Build long-term vendor relationships to ensure quality, pricing, and timely deliveries.

Production & Logistics

• Track and manage the production timeline from order placement to shipment.
• Ensure that QC protocols are followed and that orders are delivered on time.

Trend Awareness & Market Research

• Stay updated with global trends in home fashion, colors, and fabrics.
• Assist in creating mood boards and seasonal direction presentations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Textiles / Home Furnishing / Fashion Merchandising.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in home textiles merchandising.
• Strong knowledge of textile bases (cotton, linen, blends, jacquards, velvets, prints, etc.).
• Ability to understand technical specifications like GSM, weave type, repeat sizes, etc.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Good command over Excel, costing sheets, and workflow tools.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience with export markets like the US, UK, EU, or Middle East.
• Passion for home décor and keen aesthetic sense.
• Ability to multitask across multiple buyers and product categories.
• Organized, proactive, and solution-oriented approach.

Job Types: Full-time, Fresher, Internship

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person