Your purpose at Stanley/Stella
The Colorist / Merchandiser – Product Development is responsible for managing end-to-end colour development and approval processes across fabrics, garments, and trims. The role ensures accurate colour execution from concept to bulk production through close collaboration with suppliers, quality teams, and headquarters, while maintaining data integrity, timelines, and quality standards.
Your role and impact
1. Colour Development
Manage new color development, including clear communication, lab dip review, and approval.
Create and manage color reflectance values and QTX files; distribute to suppliers and HQ.
Define and share color depth standards and quadrant sets with suppliers and HQ.
Share approved lab dip recipes with suppliers to ensure consistency.
Coordinate with suppliers for garment-dyed new color development.
Operate, maintain, and calibrate color measurement equipment to ensure accurate data.
2. Mini Bulk Management
Review and approve mini bulks based on visual assessment, color data, and fabric quality, following established checklists.
Maintain accurate records in the Mini Bulk Master File.
Provide clear comments, approvals, and signed copies to suppliers.
Maintain hard copy and digital filing systems for all mini bulk approvals.
3. Bulk Shade Management
Coordinate with the Quality team to replace expired mini bulk standards with updated references and manage renewal timelines.
Perform first bulk shade cross-checks using color data systems upon request from QC or suppliers.
4. Trims & Accessories Development
Manage development and approval of labels, packaging, and finishing accessories in collaboration with suppliers and HQ.
Review trim cards received from factories, complete approval checks, and issue signed approvals.
5. Communication & Coordination
Liaise with factories on lab dips,



fabric quality, trims, and mini bulk processes.
Ensure timely, clear, and professional communication across internal and external stakeholders.
6. Parcel & Sample Management
Arrange dispatch of lab dips, mini bulks, and accessories to HQ.
Track parcels to ensure on-time delivery and proper documentation.
7. Additional Responsibilities
Support special projects and tasks assigned by the line manager as required.
About you
Educational background in Textiles
5-7 years of relevant experience in color development
Robust understanding of color science and color performance across fabrics
Competencies
Excellent product knowledge, particularly fabric-color interaction
Strong analytical, communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer literacy
Strong teamwork mindset and ability to work collaboratively
Flexible working attitude with the ability to manage pressure and multiple priorities
About us
Founded in ****, Stanley/Stella has become Europe's leading brand for premium and sustainable blank apparel. Our mission is simple yet ambitious: to redefine how responsible fashion is made, distributed and experienced.
We combine contemporary design with uncompromising quality and a deeply embedded commitment to sustainability. Every choice, from the fabrics we select to the long-term partnerships we build, reflects our belief that doing better is not optional; it is essential.
At Stanley/Stella, excellence is not a slogan. It is our way of working. We operate with transparency, respect and an entrepreneurial spirit that empowers every team member to make an impact. Together we are shaping a more conscious and inspiring future for our industry and for everyone who wears our products.
Join a company that leads by example, grows with purpose and creates change that lasts.

📌 Colorist / Merchandiser Product Development (Delhi)
🏢 Stanley/Stella
📍 Delhi