Associate Manager - Merchandising

Position: Garment MerchandiserLocation: Bangalore, KarnatakaIndustry: Garment Manufacturing / Apparel ExportExperience: 2–5 years (depending on level)Employment Type: Full-time

• Handle merchandising activities from order confirmation to final shipment.

• Coordinate with buyers, suppliers, production, sampling, quality and sourcing teams.

• Understand buyer requirements, tech packs, specifications and product details.

• Prepare and follow up on T&A (Time and Action) calendars.

• Coordinate fabric, trims and accessories procurement as per production requirements.

• Follow up on sampling, approvals, lab dips, fabrics, trims and fit comments.

• Monitor production progress and ensure orders are completed within the agreed timeline.

• Coordinate with production and quality teams to resolve issues affecting delivery.

• Communicate with buyers regarding order status, approvals and changes.

• Check and maintain costing, consumption, order quantities and shipment details.

• Ensure all buyer requirements and quality standards are followed.

• Maintain order-related documentation and prepare regular status reports.

• Coordinate with the logistics team for final inspection and shipment.

• Graduate/Diploma in Fashion, Apparel, Textile, Garment Technology or related field preferred.

• 2–5 years of experience in garment merchandising/apparel manufacturing.

• Good knowledge of garment production processes.

• Understanding of fabrics, trims, measurements, construction and garment terminology.

• Good communication and negotiation skills.

• Strong follow-up and coordination abilities.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Good knowledge of MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

• Experience with export buyers and international apparel standards is an advantage.

Garment Merchandising | Buyer Coordination | Production Follow-up | T&A | Costing | Fabric & Trim Sourcing | Sampling | Order Management | Quality Coordination | Shipment Follow-up