Job Summary

Job Title: Sr. Merchandiser

Location: Bangalore

Responsibilities

- Manage day-to-day communication and correspondence with buyers, providing regular updates on order status, sampling, production, and delivery schedules.
- Review buyer order sheets thoroughly upon receipt and coordinate with buyers to clarify and resolve any discrepancies or missing information.
- Coordinate the complete sampling and product development process, ensuring samples are developed as per buyer requirements and dispatched within the agreed timelines.
- Inspect and verify samples for measurements, specifications, workmanship, fabric, trims, and other buyer requirements before submission/dispatch.
- Handle and resolve buyer queries and concerns related to new developments, ensuring timely communication and follow-up with the concerned teams.
- Prepare, update, and monitor TNA calendars to ensure all activities are completed within the planned timelines.
- Prepare and update product costing in line with buyer requirements and approved specifications.
- Coordinate with fabric and trims teams/vendors for timely ordering and procurement of materials required for production.
- Ensure fabric, trims, and accessories are booked and available as per order requirements and production schedules.
- Prepare and issue complete production files to the factory within the stipulated timeline, ensuring all necessary information and approvals are included.
- Attend pre-production meetings and provide necessary clarifications and approvals related to fabrics, trims, accessories, construction, measurements, and buyer specifications.




- Coordinate closely with factory teams on production planning and follow up on production progress to ensure orders are completed and delivered within the committed timelines.
- Coordinate with the EXIM department and provide all required shipment/order-related documents within the specified timelines.
- Monitor order execution closely and proactively identify potential delays or issues, coordinating with relevant departments to ensure timely resolution.
- Guide, supervise, and train junior merchandising staff to ensure effective execution of their responsibilities.
- Maintain effective coordination between buyers, design, sourcing, production, quality, factory, and other internal teams to ensure smooth order execution from development through shipment.

Requirements

- Strong buyer communication and coordination skills
- Sound understanding of fabrics, trims, accessories, and garment construction
- Strong TNA and order follow-up skills
- Costing and commercial awareness
- Positive planning, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple styles/orders simultaneously
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to timelines
- Team handling and mentoring skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills

Job Type

Full time

Experience

8-10 years

Location

Bangalore

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