We are urgently looking to hire for the below leadership role based out of Bangalore with a well-known garment export house. Position: GM / Director Marketing & Merchandising (Apparels) Location: Bangalore Industry: Apparels- Textiles Experience required: 18 to 25 + years Salary: Best in industry ( upto 80+ Lacs) Role Overview: The GM / Director Marketing & Merchandising will lead sales, marketing, business development, and merchandising functions with overall ownership of revenue growth, profitability (P&L;), and business expansion. (worked with Mens wear, woven exposure is a plus). The role is responsible for developing new customers, growing existing accounts, strengthening client relationships, and ensuring efficient merchandising operations that support sustainable growth. Key Responsibilities: 1. Sales, Marketing & Business Development. Drive domestic and international sales and marketing strategies to achieve revenue and growth targets. 2. Identify and onboard new customers and markets, while expanding share of business with existing clients. Build strong client relationship management and strategic partnerships with buying houses and consultants. 3. Revenue, Profitability & P&L; - Own P&L; responsibility, ensuring profitable growth through effective pricing, costing, and capacity utilisation, Forecast demand based on market trends, historical data, and customer pipelines. 4. Monitor account-wise performance and take corrective actions to improve margins. 5. Merchandising Operations-Lead end-to-end merchandising operations, from product development to order execution and delivery. 6. Drive creation of compelling merchandise ranges aligned with buyer expectations and market trends 7. Ensure timely order booking, execution, and coordination with sourcing, production, and quality teams.Client Growth & Seasonal Planning,



Expand business through current styles, fabrics, and value-added offerings. 8. Oversee seasonal planning, style-wise T&A;, and capacity planning to optimise utilisation, including lean periods. 9. Ensure customer satisfaction through quality, innovation, timely delivery, and effective issue resolution. 10. Lead, mentor, and develop teams to drive engagement, accountability, and business outcomes. Candidate must have:

1. Experience working with large Garments export houses or vertically integrated apparel manufacturers.
2. 1825+ years of experience in apparel exports, with strong exposure to men's woven garments (shirts, bottoms, jackets, outerwear).
3. Proven track record in business development, customer acquisition, and managing key international accounts across US, Europe, UK, or other global markets.

4 Strong P&L; ownership experience with expertise in costing, pricing, margin management, capacity planning, and revenue growth. 5 Hands-on leadership of merchandising teams, from product development and sampling through order execution, production coordination, and delivery. 6 Existing relationships with brands, retailers, buying offices, sourcing agents, and consultants would be a significant advantage. Educational Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Technology, Apparel Production, Textile Technology, Fashion Design, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
- MBA in Marketing, International Business, Retail Management, or General Management preferred.
- Additional certifications in merchandising, supply chain, international trade, or leadership development will be an advantage.

Candidates from leading apparel export houses, sourcing organizations, garment manufacturers, buying offices, or global apparel supply chain organizations will be preferred. Must be ready to relocate to Bangalore.

📌 GM/Director - Marketing & Merchandising (Karnataka)
🏢 Freelancer
📍 Karnataka