Role & responsibilities

The Product Merchandiser Knitwear (Kidswear) is responsible for managing the complete product development and merchandising process for children's knitted garments, from initial concept and sampling through final approval and production.

The role involves close coordination with buyers, designers, technical teams, suppliers, factories, and internal departments to ensure products are developed according to customer requirements, approved quality standards, target costs, safety requirements, and delivery timelines.

The position requires strong knowledge of kidswear knitwear, fabrics, garment construction, trims, product safety, fit, costing, and production processes.

Preferred candidate profile

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Development Kidswear Knitwear
- Develop kidswear knit products according to buyer requirements, seasonal collections, market trends, and brand standards.
- Study and understand tech packs, sketches, specifications, measurement charts, BOMs, construction details, and artwork.




- Coordinate with designers and technical teams for new product development.
- Identify suitable knitted fabrics, yarns, trims, accessories, prints, embroidery, washes, and finishing techniques.
- Develop products in different categories such as:
- T-shirts
- Polo shirts
- Sweatshirts
- Hoodies
- Joggers
- Leggings
- Shorts
- Dresses
- Tops
- Sleepwear
- Baby and toddler knitwear
- Coordinate sample development from initial prototype through fit, size set, pre-production, and final approval.
- Ensure samples are developed accurately according to approved specifications and construction requirements.
- Monitor product development timelines and ensure timely submission of samples to buyers.

2. Fabric & Material Development
- Source and develop suitable knit fabrics according to product requirements, season, price point, and customer specifications.
- Work with fabric and yarn suppliers to develop recent qualities, colors, structures, and finishes.
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