Brand, Design, Merchandising and Production Associate I Slow.India

Small sustainable textile product and fashion brand. Goa. India · Full time

About us

Slow.india is a small, design-led sustainable brand from Goa, India. Slow.India flows outside conventional boundaries, quietly carving a path toward becoming a circular, zero-waste brand.

Our design ethos is simple, elegant, and timeless. Because our bodies naturally evolve over time, our pieces are crafted to effortlessly complement their changing rhythm.

We partner with small artisan clusters and communities across India to celebrate intentional design and mindful living.

The deep cultural heritage woven into Indian textiles is our source of inspiration and joy.

We sell through our own store In goa and are quietly growing to build an online presence as well as a B2B presence internationally.

We are a small team, so everyone pitches in and does whatever the brand needs to look good, grow and run well The role

This is a full-time, in-person role designed for an energetic, early-career professional who wants to learn how a fashion brand runs from the ground up. Working directly alongside the founder, you will take ownership of core parts of the business, starting with our production and sourcing engine before expanding into brand and growth. Expect real, hands-on ownership from day one.

What you will do

- Production, sourcing and planning (core of the role)

Plan each collection's calendar: design handover, sampling, production, QC and dispatch.

Source fabrics, trims, dyes, packaging and accessories; compare quotes, negotiate, and build relationships with artisans, vendors and karigars.

Coordinate with pattern makers, tailors and production units; track samples, fittings and corrections.

Manage costing sheets, material requirements and purchase orders; keep cost and margins on target.





Run quality checks at fabric, in-line and final stages; resolve issues before they reach customers.

Track inventory, lead times and reorders so we never overstock or run out of bestsellers.

Support sustainability practices: material traceability, low-waste cutting, ethical vendor standards.

- Merchandising and product planning

Help plan the range: styles, colours, sizes and quantities for each season.

Analyse sell-through and customer feedback to guide what we make more or less of.

Work on tech packs, trims, labelling and finishing details.

Maintain accurate product information (specs, fabric care, sizing) for all channels.

- Brand management and growth

Act as a day-to-day brand custodian: keep our look, tone and quality consistent across store, website, social and packaging.

Lead and style shoots (lookbooks, product, campaigns): concept, models, location, props, styling, shot list, and delivery of final assets.

Plan and execute in-store visual merchandising, and styling.

Support social media and content calendars with the team or freelancers.

Help plan launches, pop-ups, collaborations and exhibitions.

- International B2B development

Prepare line sheets, catalogues, price lists and sample kits;

Research showrooms and other boutique retailers around the world

Track orders and keep buyers updated.

What we are looking for

Must have

2-5 years of experience (strong internships count) in fashion, apparel production, merchandising, or brand roles.





Degree or diploma in fashion design, fashion management, apparel production, textiles or a related field (NIFT, NID, Pearl, or equivalent; self-taught with a strong portfolio is welcome).

Understanding of garment construction, fabrics and the production process.

Strong organisation: comfortable with spreadsheets, timelines and juggling many threads.

Clear written and spoken English and Hindi ; confident communicating with vendors, artisans and international buyers.

A good eye: you notice fit, finish, colour and styling details.

Ownership mindset: you follow things through and flag problems early.

Nice to have

Experience with costing, tech packs or vendor management.

Experience styling or assisting on photoshoots.

Exposure to exports, B2B sales, or international buyer communication.

Basic skills in Canva, Photoshop/Illustrator, Excel/Google Sheets, Shopify or similar.

Fluency in Hindi or a regional language to work with local vendors.

Genuine interest in sustainable, slow, or handcrafted fashion.

What you will gain

Hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of a fashion brand, rare at this stage of a career.

Direct mentorship from the founder and real decision-making responsibility.

A clear path to grow into Brand Manager as the brand scales.

Creative input into collections, shoots and brand direction.

Details

Location: Goa India (on-site, with some travel to production units and vendors)

Type: Full-time

Compensation:based on expertise and experience

Start date: 4th January 2027

How to apply

Send your CV, a short note on why this role interests you, and a portfolio or a few examples of your work (styling, shoots, projects, or production work) to [email]. Please mention one sustainable brand you admire and why.

Email to [email protected]

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