VGL India
Jaipur, Rajasthan.
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Posted : 5 hours ago
About VGL Group
Vaibhav Global Limited (VGL) is a leading electronic retailer of jewelry and lifestyle products. In FY 2023-24, VGL reported a turnover of ~$365 million and employs 4,000+ people globally, with 3,000+ based in Jaipur, India.
Multi-Channel Presence
VGL reaches a broad audience through its TV, e-commerce, and digital retail platforms:
- Shop LC (USA) – Live broadcasts to 60M+ homes with a strong e-commerce presence.
- TJC, UK – Reaches 27M+ homes through TV and digital platforms.
- Shop LC Germany – Broadcasts to 40M+ homes, expanding VGL’s European market presence.
- Ideal World (UK) – Acquired in 2023, a leading UK teleshopping & digital sales platform.
- Mindful Souls – Acquired in 2023, a fast-growing subscription-based e-commerce brand focused on spiritual and wellness products.
Social Impact & ESG Initiatives
- Your Purchase Feeds… – VGL’s flagship one-for-one meal program has provided 99M+ meals to schoolchildren in India, the US, and the UK.
- Employee Volunteering – Encourages employees to donate two hours monthly for charitable activities.
- Sustainability Commitment – Focused on renewable energy, waste reduction, and green initiatives.
- IGBC Award Winner – Recognized for excellence in green built environments at its Jaipur SEZ unit.
- Assigned a ‘Combined ESG Rating 72 (Strong)’ from ICRA ESG Ratings Limited
Talent & Culture
- Humanocracy & Micro-Enterprises – VGL fosters a decentralized, empowered work culture, enabling small, agile teams to drive innovation and ownership.
- Talent Density & Meritocracy – Prioritizing high-performance teams, rewarding talent, and a culture of excellence.
- GPTW Certified – Recognized as a Great Place to Work across India, the US, the UK, and China.
Recognition & Achievements
- Top Exporter Award – Honored by GJEPC for being India’s largest exporter of silver and colored gemstones.
- Operational Excellence – A strong track record in value-driven retail and customer-centric growth.
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced LSP Apparel Merchant to manage the end-to-end merchandising process for apparel products, from product development and sourcing to production follow-up and timely delivery. The role will require strong coordination with suppliers, designers, buyers, quality teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure products meet quality, cost, and delivery expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the complete merchandising lifecycle for apparel products.
- Coordinate with buyers, designers, sourcing teams, and vendors for product development.
- Understand product specifications, tech packs, measurements, fabrics, trims, and construction details.
- Identify and develop suitable vendors based on product, quality, cost, and capacity requirements.
- Source fabrics, trims, accessories, and other materials as required.
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, MOQ, and commercial terms with suppliers.
- Prepare and follow up on samples, approvals, fit samples, and pre-production samples.
- Maintain T&A; (Time & Action) calendars and ensure timely execution of orders.
- Coordinate with production and vendors to track production progress and delivery schedules.
- Work closely with the quality team to ensure products meet defined standards.
- Resolve production, quality, sampling, and delivery-related issues.
- Monitor order costing and margins and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
- Maintain accurate records of orders, samples, approvals, and vendor performance.
- Ensure timely shipment and delivery as per business requirements.
- Track market and fashion trends to support current product development.
Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of apparel merchandising and product development.
- Good understanding of fabrics, garments, trims, and garment construction.
- Strong vendor management and negotiation skills.
- Good understanding of costing, production planning, and quality standards.
- Strong follow-up and coordination skills.
- Ability to manage multiple styles/orders simultaneously.
- Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and merchandising/ERP systems.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Apparel, Textile, Merchandising, or a related field.
- Relevant merchandising experience in apparel manufacturing/export/retail will be preferred.
Job Overview
- Compensation
₹ Market-competitive salary Yearly
- Level
Mid
- Location
Jaipur, Rajasthan.
- Experience
2-3 Years
- Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Apparel, Textile, Merchandising, or a related field.
- Work Mode:
Onsite
- Job Type:
Fulltime
📌 LSP Apparel Merchant (Jaipur)
🏢 Vaibhav Global
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