Merchandiser

• Product development, costing, price negotiation
• Closely monitoring sampling approval process and ensure on timely submission along with good execution
• Handle all Lab dips, bulk fabric color and quality submission.
• Follow up T&A (WIP) on regular basis, ensure reporting on-time delivery regularly.
• Collaborate with buyers, suppliers, to negotiate prices, quantities and timescales
• Maximize customer interest at margin levels.
• Build constructive customer relationships and team with channel partners
• Keep fluid, clear and timely communication with both internal and external partners
• Ensure vendor/factory make schedules for inspection
• Ensure factory make space booking to shipping line and handover goods on time.

• Coordinate with compliance team for FE renew and factory corrective action plan
• Take care of any Ad-hoc projects (Vendor compliance/documentations)

• Communicate with internal customers on a regular basis to provide up-to-date info with regard to the status of production and shipment of garments.
• Follow the guidelines on the assigned product categories and being the key communicator for the assigned product areas in the business stream.
• Coordinate all operational activities from proto sample development, costing and production tracking, fabric and trim development etc. and WIP updates.
• Communicate order details and requirements to suppliers / production units and manage and control the whole process pre and post order placement ensuring quantity, quality, order specification and delivery dates are achieved.
• Coordinate the Price Negotiation with suppliers as designated by the Sr. Merchandiser/Assistant Merchandise Manager/Merchandise Manager.
• Responsible for tracking critical path, forecasting delays and course corrective action if needed with proactive action plans to ensure On Time Delivery.
• Identify and diagnose production problems and work with suppliers to present alternatives to buyers and line seniors.
• Responsible for production in the assigned factories and maintain liaison with QA Depts/Factory Mgt Team for quality, inspections, delivery deadlines etc.
• General administrative work as or when required. Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have::

• 4-5 years working experience in merchandising
• Knowledge of garment manufacturing, including construction, fabrication, trim and print techniques
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly detail oriented and meticulous
• Professional qualification in related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, Excel

• Decision Making
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Conflict Management and Problem Solving

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