Sr. Merchandiser

Duties & 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 costingin 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 departmentand 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.

·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

·Good 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